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Charles I: CM.56-1939

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Titles

Charles I

Maker(s)

Ruler: Charles I (1625-49)

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Notes

History note: Under Review

Acquisition and important dates

Method of acquisition: Given (1939-03-18) by Barron, E. Evelyn

Components of the work

Object composed of silver Diameter (min) 30 mm Diameter 30 mm Weight 4.34 g

Inscription or legends present

Inscription present: Bust of Charles I, facing left, hair long, in falling lace collar, armour, and scarf across breast.

  • Text: CAROLVS . D' . G' . MAG' . BRIT' . FR' . ET' . HI' . REX.
  • Location: Obverse
  • Type: Design

Inscription present: Royal arms in garnished oval shield, crowned, between C and R crowned.

  • Text: FLORENT . CONCORDIA . REGINA.
  • Location: Reverse
  • Type: Design

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Identification numbers

Accession number: CM.56-1939
Primary reference Number: 227465
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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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