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Coronation 1661: CM.YG.3338-R

Object information

Awaiting location update

Titles

Coronation 1661

Maker(s)

Ruler: Charles II (1660-85)

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Description

This is the coronation medal struck for distribution among the spectators of the ceremony.

Notes

History note: Under Review

Acquisition and important dates

Method of acquisition: Given (1936-07-07) by Young, Arthur W.

Dating

Production date: AD 1661

Components of the work

Object composed of bronze Diameter (min) 33 mm Diameter 33 mm Weight 14.17 g

Inscription or legends present

Inscription present: Bust of Charles II, facing left, crowned, hair long, flowing over the shoulders, in falling, lace collar, ermine robes, and collar of the Garter with medal, not the George.

  • Text: CAROLVS . II . D . G . MAG . BRIT . FRA . ET . HI . REX . CORo.
  • Location: Obverse
  • Type: Design

Inscription present: Charles II, as a shepherd, crook in hand, end of scarf flowing slightly below the elbow; three flocks of sheep.

  • Text: DIXI . CVSTODIAM . XXIII . APRIL . 1661.
  • Location: Reverse
  • Type: Design

References and bibliographic entries

Identification numbers

Accession number: CM.YG.3338-R
Primary reference Number: 227522
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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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