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Monmouth and Argyle. Beheaded. 1685
Ruler:
James II (1685-1701)
Engraver:
Arondeaux, R.
This medal was executed in commemoration of the ill-advised, ill-conducted, and unsuccessful invasions of Monmouth and Argyle, both of whom were defeated, captured, and beheaded.
Production date: AD 1685
Object composed of silver Diameter (min) 61 mm Diameter 61 mm Weight 77.28 g
Inscription present: Bust of James II, facing left, laureate, in Roman dress, resting on four sceptres, terminating in the badges of the kingdoms, upon a pedestal, in front of which is affixed the royal shield within the Garter, crowned; below is inscribed, "ARAS ET SCEPTRA TUEMUR. 1685" Neptune in his car, and ships in the distance.
Inscription present: A pedestal inscribed, "AMBITIO MALESUADA RUIT."; on it Justice, trampling on a serpent, weighs three crowns against the sword, the torch, and the serpent of Discord. At her feet lie the bodies of Monmouth and Argyle; their heads are on blocks inscribed, "IACOBVS DE MONT. MOUT - ARCHIBALD D' ARGYL." Above the sun; on one side lightening darting against troops discomfited at Sedgemoor; on the other, two heads fixed over the gates of the Tower.
Accession number: CM.18-1938
Primary reference Number: 227616
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Owner or interested party:
The Fitzwilliam Museum
Associated department:
Coins and Medals
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