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King George IV. Patron of the Arts. 1828.: CM.847-2009

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Titles

King George IV. Patron of the Arts. 1828.

Maker(s)

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

Entities

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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 1828

Components of the work

Object composed of bronze Diameter (min) 42 mm Diameter 42 mm Weight 29.78 g

Inscription or legends present

Inscription present: Bare head of George IV, facing left.

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

Inscription present: Inscription within wreath.

  • Text: PATRON OF THE ARTS.
  • Location: Reverse
  • Type: Design

References and bibliographic entries

Identification numbers

Accession number: CM.847-2009
Primary reference Number: 228052

Audit data

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

Associated departments & institutions

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

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