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Frederick of Prussia. 1758.: CM.M.271-R

Object information

Awaiting location update

Titles

Frederick of Prussia. 1758.

Maker(s)

Ruler: George II (1727-60)

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Description

This unusual uniface medal is presumed to be of Frederick II of Prussia. However the inscription shows "FRIDERICVS III". The date in the exergue counters this by showing 1775 in Roman numerals confirming its association with Frederick II. This could be an error by the engraver, most likely due to its poor manufacture.

Acquisition and important dates

Method of acquisition: Unknown by Unknown

Dating

Production date: AD 1758

Components of the work

Object composed of bronze Diameter (min) 35 mm Diameter 38 mm Weight 10.84 g

Inscription or legends present

Inscription present: Frederick, King of Prussia, on horseback.

  • Text: FRIDERICVS III . D . G . […] ROY DE PRUSS: (in exergue) MDCCLVIII
  • Location: Obverse
  • Type: Design

Inscription present: Uniface.

  • Location: Reverse
  • Type: Design

Identification numbers

Accession number: CM.M.271-R
Primary reference Number: 227906
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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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The Fitzwilliam Museum (2024) "Frederick of Prussia. 1758." Web page available at: https://data.fitzmuseum.cam.ac.uk/id/object/227906 Accessed: 2024-11-22 11:54:14

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