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Peace of London 1674: CM.115-1940

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Titles

Peace of London 1674

Maker(s)

Ruler: Charles II (1660-85)

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Notes

History note: Under Review

Acquisition and important dates

Method of acquisition: Given (1940-03-05) by Barron, E. Evelyn

Dating

Production date: AD 1674

Components of the work

Object composed of silver Diameter (min) 61 mm Diameter 61 mm Weight 75.41 g

Inscription or legends present

Inscription present: William III of Orange, on horseback, in the distance, troops assaulting a town on the sea-shore. Above is a branch of orange entwined by a band, inscribed.

  • Text: VIRES ULTRA SORTEMQUE IUVENTÆ.
  • Location: Obverse
  • Type: Design

Inscription present: Dove, with palm and olive branches, flying over a tranquil sea, rising sun.

  • Text: A DOMINO VENIT PAX ET VICTORIA LÆTA.
  • Location: Reverse
  • Type: Design

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Identification numbers

Accession number: CM.115-1940
Primary reference Number: 227577
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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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