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Earl of Essex. General 1642: CM.160-1974

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Earl of Essex. General 1642

Maker(s)

Ruler: Charles I (1625-49)

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Description

This medallet was cast in Gold and Silver and given to persons of various ranks in Essex's army.

Acquisition and important dates

Method of acquisition: Given (1974) by Bonnet, B. E.

Dating

Production date: AD 1642

Components of the work

Object composed of silver Diameter (min) 27 mm Diameter 27 mm Weight 7.78 g

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Identification numbers

Accession number: CM.160-1974
Primary reference Number: 227423
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Created: Monday 19 August 2019 Updated: Monday 16 September 2019 Last processed: Tuesday 13 June 2023

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

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