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Edward IV: CM.4021-1950

Object information

Awaiting location update

Titles

Edward IV

Maker(s)

Ruler: Edward IV (1461-70, 1471-83)
Artist: Dassier, Jean

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Description

This medal is part of the Series of English Sovereigns created by artist, Jean Dassier. The subject of this medal is Edward IV.

Notes

History note: Under Review

Acquisition and important dates

Method of acquisition: Given (1951-04-01) by Bunn, C.J.

Dating

Production date: AD 1731

Components of the work

Object composed of bronze Diameter (min) 40 mm Diameter 40 mm Weight 31.99 g

Inscription or legends present

Inscription present: Bust of Edward IV in armour, helmet, draped.

  • Text: EDOUARD . IV . D . G . ANG . FR . ET . HIB . REX. (in exergue) I. D. F.
  • Location: Obverse
  • Type: Design

Inscription present: A monument, decorated with a figure of Fortune between a dismantled ship and another ship sailing before the gale in allusion to the vicissitudes of the King's career.

  • Text: NAT. 1441. COR. 20. IUN 1461. MORT. 9. APRIL. 1483.
  • Location: Reverse
  • Type: Design

References and bibliographic entries

Identification numbers

Accession number: CM.4021-1950
Primary reference Number: 227349
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Audit data

Created: Monday 19 August 2019 Updated: Monday 29 March 2021 Last processed: Tuesday 13 June 2023

Associated departments & institutions

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

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