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George I. Counter.: CM.131-1954

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Titles

George I. Counter.

Maker(s)

Ruler: George I (1714-27)

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Acquisition and important dates

Method of acquisition: Given (1954-02-25) by Fagan, H., Mrs

Components of the work

Object composed of silver Diameter (min) 25 mm Diameter 25 mm Weight 3.35 g

Inscription or legends present

Inscription present: Bust of George I, facing right, laureate, hair long, in armour, and mantle fastened with brooch on the shoulder.

  • Text: GEORGIVS . D : G : M : B : F : ET : H : REX . F : D :
  • Location: Obverse
  • Type: Design

Inscription present: The royal shield, within the Garter, crowned, and with the supporters : below, the collar and George of the Garter, and a scroll the motto.

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

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Identification numbers

Accession number: CM.131-1954
Primary reference Number: 227798
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Audit data

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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