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Bristol Taken 1643: CM.79.58-1919

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Titles

Bristol Taken 1643

Maker(s)

Ruler: Charles I (1625-49)
Maker: Rawlins, Thomas

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Description

This medal was struck in Oxford, home of the King's Mint at the time, upon the surrender of Bristol to forces under Prince Rupert, 27 July, 1643.

Notes

History note: Under Review

Acquisition and important dates

Method of acquisition: Given (1919-11-22) by Fry, Geoffrey

Dating

Production date: AD 1643

Components of the work

Object composed of silver Diameter (min) 26 mm Diameter 26 mm Weight 4.63 g

Inscription or legends present

Inscription present: Head of Charles I, facing right, laureate, lovelock.

  • Text: CAROL . D . G . MAG . BR . FR . ET . H . R. (in exergue) OX
  • Location: Obverse
  • Type: Design

Inscription present: View of Bristol.

  • Text: CIVITAS . BRISTOLL . REDVCTA . 1643.
  • Location: Reverse
  • Type: Design

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Identification numbers

Accession number: CM.79.58-1919
Primary reference Number: 227427
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Audit data

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