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Touch-Piece 1685
Ruler: James II (1685-1701)
This is a touch-piece hung about the neck of such persons as were touched by the King for the cure of scrofulous affections.
Method of acquisition: Given (1914-04-30) by Humphrey, Laurence, Mrs
Production date: AD 1685
Object composed of gold Diameter (min) 19 mm Diameter 19 mm Weight 1.767 g
Inscription present: Ship in full sail.
Inscription present: St. Michael and the Dragon.
Accession number: CM.123-1914
Primary reference Number: 227615
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Owner or interested party:
The Fitzwilliam Museum
Associated department:
Coins and Medals
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The Fitzwilliam Museum (2024) "Touch-Piece 1685" Web page available at: https://data.fitzmuseum.cam.ac.uk/id/object/227615 Accessed: 2024-11-05 21:00:44
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