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Felicitas Britanniae medal
Ruler:
Charles II (1660-85)
Maker:
Roettiers, John (1631-1703)
This is one of the beautiful medals executed by John Roettier, commemorating the arrival of Charles II in London on 29th May 1660 (which was also his birthday). The intent of the artist was to show that the Restoration was effected, under Providence, by Wisdom and Fortitude, and that it brought unanimity, justice, and peace to Britain.
Method of acquisition: Given (1966) by The Friends of the Fitzwilliam Museum
Production date: AD 1660
Object composed of silver Diameter 83 mm Die Axis 0 degrees
Accession number: CM.103-1966
Primary reference Number: 226541
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Owner or interested party:
The Fitzwilliam Museum
Associated department:
Coins and Medals
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The Fitzwilliam Museum (2024) "Felicitas Britanniae medal" Web page available at: https://data.fitzmuseum.cam.ac.uk/id/object/226541 Accessed: 2024-04-24 23:57:55
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Accession Number: CM.99-1946
Accession Number: CM.1834-1911
Accession Number: CM.6585-2007
Accession Number: P.2135-R
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