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Charles I Coronation Medal: CM.3960-1950

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Charles I Coronation Medal

Maker(s)

Ruler: Charles I (1625-49)
Engraver: Briot, Nicholas

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Description

This medal was struck and distributed at the King's Coronation.

Notes

History note: Under Review

Acquisition and important dates

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

Dating

Production date: AD 1626

Components of the work

Object composed of silver Diameter (min) 30 mm Diameter 30 mm Weight 8.46 g

Inscription or legends present

Inscription present: Bust of Charles I crowned, in ruff, ermine robes, collar and badge of the Garter.

  • Text: CAROLVS . I . D G . MAG . BRITAN . FRAN . ET . HIB . REX . (in exergue) N. B.
  • Location: Obverse
  • Type: Design

Inscription present: An arm issuing from the clouds holds a sword.

  • Text: DONEC .PAX . REDDITA . TERRIS (in exergue) CORON . 2 . FEBRV . 1626.
  • Location: Reverse
  • Type: Design

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Identification numbers

Accession number: CM.3960-1950
Primary reference Number: 227402

Audit data

Created: Monday 19 August 2019 Updated: Monday 29 March 2021

Associated departments & institutions

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

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