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King George IV. Patron of the Arts. 1828.: CM.309-1989

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Titles

King George IV. Patron of the Arts. 1828.

Maker(s)

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

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Acquisition and important dates

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

Dating

Production date: AD 1828

Components of the work

Object composed of bronze Diameter (min) 42 mm Diameter 42 mm Weight 29.26 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

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Identification numbers

Accession number: CM.309-1989
Primary reference Number: 228056
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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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