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Battle of Waterloo Medal. 1815.: CM.296-1989

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Titles

Battle of Waterloo Medal. 1815.

Maker(s)

Ruler: George III (1760-1820)
Engraver: Wyon, Thomas

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Acquisition and important dates

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

Dating

Production date: AD 1815

Components of the work

Object composed of silver Diameter (min) 41 mm Diameter 41 mm Weight 34.55 g

Inscription or legends present

Inscription present: Laureate, draped bust of the Prince Regent facing, head turned to left.

  • Text: GEORGE P. REGENT
  • Location: Obverse
  • Type: Design

Inscription present: Victory holding a palm branch in left hand, olive branch in right hand, seated upon a plinth with foot resting upon a tablet inscribed.

  • Text: WELLINGTON WATERLOO JUNE 18 1815.
  • Location: Reverse
  • Type: Design

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Identification numbers

Accession number: CM.296-1989
Primary reference Number: 228019
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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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