Prince Albert Installed as Chancellor of Cambridge University. 1847.: CM.219-1975

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Titles

Prince Albert Installed as Chancellor of Cambridge University. 1847.

Maker(s)

Ruler: Victoria (1837-1901)
Engraver: Davis, J.

Entities

British Isles

Acquisition and important dates

Method of acquisition: Bought (1975) by Webb Fund

Dating

Production date: AD 1847

Components of the work

Object composed of bronze Diameter (min) 51 mm Diameter 51 mm Weight 59.77 g

Inscription or legends present

Inscription present: Conjoined bare heads of Prince Albert and Queen Victoria, facing left, within an ornate floral border.

Text: ALBERT VICTORIA
Location: Obverse
Type: Design

Inscription present: Queen Victoria seated, Prince Albert standing, on dais left receiving address, three shields in branches above.

Text: CAMBRIDGE JULY 1847 (in exergue) PRESENTATION OF THE CITY ADDRESS.
Location: Reverse
Type: Design

References and bibliographic entries

A Catalogue of British Historical Medals, 1837-1901: The Reign of Queen Victoria page(s): 120

Identification numbers

Accession number: CM.219-1975
Primary reference Number: 228313
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Audit data

Created: Monday 19 August 2019 Updated: Monday 16 September 2019

Associated departments & institutions

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

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