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Sir Andrew Fountain. 1744.: CM.370-1989

Object information

Awaiting location update

Titles

Sir Andrew Fountain. 1744.

Maker(s)

Ruler: George II (1727-60)
Engraver: Dassier, James Anthony

Entities

Categories

Acquisition and important dates

Method of acquisition: Given (1989-07-05) by Anonymous

Dating

Production date: AD 1744

Components of the work

Object composed of bronze Diameter (min) 56 mm Diameter 56 mm Weight 72.99 g

Inscription or legends present

Inscription present: Bust of Fountaine, facing right, hair short, in loose robe.

  • Text: ANDREAS FOUNTAINE EQ . AURAT.
  • Location: Obverse
  • Type: Design

Inscription present: Inscription.

  • Text: A . A . A . F . F . IIIVIR. (in exergue) M.DCC.XLIV. J. A. DASSIER.
  • Location: Reverse
  • Type: Design

References and bibliographic entries

Identification numbers

Accession number: CM.370-1989
Primary reference Number: 227869
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Audit data

Created: Monday 19 August 2019 Updated: Thursday 29 August 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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