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Nuremberg Counter 1662: CM.3963-1950

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Nuremberg Counter 1662

Maker(s)

Ruler: Charles II (1660-85)
Engraver: Lauffer, Lazarus Gottlieb

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Categories

Notes

History note: Under Review

Acquisition and important dates

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

Dating

Production date: AD 1662

Components of the work

Object composed of brass (alloy) Diameter (min) 28 mm Diameter 28 mm Weight 3.11 g

Inscription or legends present

Inscription present: Oak tree in the branches the bust of Charles II, facing right, and three crowns; above, full sun bursting from clouds.

  • Text: THE ROYALL OAKE. (in exergue) L. G. L. R9.
  • Location: Obverse
  • Type: Design

Inscription present: Royal arms, in oval shield, within the Garter.

  • Text: DIEV . ET . MON . DROIT.
  • Location: Reverse
  • Type: Design

References and bibliographic entries

Identification numbers

Accession number: CM.3963-1950
Primary reference Number: 227543

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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