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Coronation of King George IV. 1821.: CM.846-2009

Object information

Awaiting location update

Titles

Coronation of King George IV. 1821.

Maker(s)

Ruler: George IV (1820-30)
Engraver: Wyon, Thomas
Engraver: Wyon, Benjamin

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Notes

History note: Under Review

Acquisition and important dates

Method of acquisition: Given (2009-07-13) by HM Goverment in lieu of inheritance tax

Dating

Production date: AD 1821

Components of the work

Object composed of bronze Diameter (min) 51 mm Diameter 51 mm Weight 69.79 g

Inscription or legends present

Inscription present: Draped laureate bust of George IV, facing right.

  • Text: GEORGIUS IV . D : G : BRITANNIARUM REX F : D:
  • Location: Obverse
  • Type: Design

Inscription present: Britannia seated right with shield and lion, inscribing a tablet.

  • Text: CORON : XIX JUL . MDCCCXXI (around) MAGNUS SAECLORUM NASCITUR ORDO.
  • Location: Reverse
  • Type: Design

References and bibliographic entries

Identification numbers

Accession number: CM.846-2009
Primary reference Number: 228038
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Audit data

Created: Monday 19 August 2019 Updated: Monday 29 March 2021 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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