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Lead specimen medal of Francesco I Sforza, Duke of Milan, by Pisanello: CM.83-1965

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Lead specimen medal of Francesco I Sforza, Duke of Milan, by Pisanello

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Maker: Pisanello (Antonio Pisano)

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Acquisition and important dates

Method of acquisition: Bought (1965)

Dating

Production date: circa AD 1441

Components of the work

Object composed of lead Diameter 83 mm

Identification numbers

Accession number: CM.83-1965
Primary reference Number: 227228

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Created: Friday 14 June 2019 Updated: Wednesday 18 June 2025

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Owner or interested party: The Fitzwilliam Museum
Associated department: Coins and Medals

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