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Foundation of the Royal Naval College. 1806.: CM.283-1989

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Titles

Foundation of the Royal Naval College. 1806.

Maker(s)

Ruler: George III (1760-1820)

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Acquisition and important dates

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

Dating

Production date: AD 1806

Components of the work

Object composed of silver Diameter (min) 53 mm Diameter 53 mm Weight 53.46 g

Inscription or legends present

Inscription present: Laureate head of George III, facing right.

  • Text: ROYAL NAVAL COLLEGE FOUNDED BY KING GEORGE III MDCCCVI
  • Location: Obverse
  • Type: Design

Inscription present: Uniface.

  • Location: Reverse
  • Type: Design

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Identification numbers

Accession number: CM.283-1989
Primary reference Number: 227976
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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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