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Coronation 1702: CM.184-1917

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Titles

Coronation 1702

Maker(s)

Ruler: Anne (1702-14)
Engraver: Croker, John

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Description

This medal struck in commemoration of Anne's coronation was distributed at the ceremony. It was given by the Treasury of the Household.

Acquisition and important dates

Method of acquisition: Given (1917-05) by Rattey, William

Dating

Production date: AD 1702

Components of the work

Object composed of silver Diameter (min) 34 mm Diameter 34 mm Weight 16.89 g

Inscription or legends present

Inscription present: Bust of Anne, facing left, hair bound with fillet, lovelock in the right shoulder, in gown fastened with brooch in front.

  • Text: ANNA . D : G : MAG : BR : FR : ET . HIB : REGINA.
  • Location: Obverse
  • Type: Design

Inscription present: Anne, as Pallas, hurls thunder against a double-headed and four-armed monster, holding clubs and stones, and whose lower limbs terminate in snakes.

  • Text: VICEM GERIT . ILLA. TONANTIS. (in exergue) INAVGVRAT . XXIII . AP . MDCCII.
  • Location: Reverse
  • Type: Design

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Identification numbers

Accession number: CM.184-1917
Primary reference Number: 227687
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Created: Monday 19 August 2019 Updated: Monday 16 September 2019 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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