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Cameo portrait George Prince Regent. 1816.
Ruler:
George IV (1820-30)
Engraver:
Pistrucci, Benedetto
This Cameo portrait in brown and white onyx of George, Prince Regent, is the model for the effigy on a proposed medal to celebrate the purchase by the government of the Elgin Marbles.
History note: Under Review
Method of acquisition: Given (1980-10-13) by The Friends of the Fitzwilliam Museum
Production date: AD 1816
Object composed of onyx Diameter (min) 35 mm Diameter 39 mm Weight 15.61 g
Accession number: CM.9-1980
Primary reference Number: 228065
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Owner or interested party:
The Fitzwilliam Museum
Associated department:
Coins and Medals
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