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Foundation of Covent Garden Theatre. 1808.: CM.140-1990

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Titles

Foundation of Covent Garden Theatre. 1808.

Maker(s)

Ruler: George III (1760-1820)
Engraver: Rouw, P.

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Notes

History note: Under Review

Acquisition and important dates

Method of acquisition: Bought (1990) by University Purchase Fund

Dating

Production date: AD 1808

Components of the work

Object composed of bronze Diameter (min) 91 mm Diameter 91 mm

Inscription or legends present

Inscription present: Bare head of the Prince of Wales, facing right.

  • Location: Obverse
  • Type: Design

Inscription present: Inscription.

  • Text: GEORGIUS . PRINCEPS . WALLIARUM . THEATRI . REGIS . INSTAURANDI . AUSPICIIS . IN . HORTIS . BENEDICTINIS . LONDINI . FUNDAMENTA . SUA . MANU . LOCAVIT . MDCCCVIII.
  • Location: Reverse
  • Type: Design

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Identification numbers

Accession number: CM.140-1990
Primary reference Number: 228024

Audit data

Created: Monday 19 August 2019 Updated: Tuesday 26 March 2024

Associated departments & institutions

Owner or interested party: The Fitzwilliam Museum
Associated department: Coins and Medals

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