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Cambridge University Polo Club. 1878.: CM.771-2008

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Titles

Cambridge University Polo Club. 1878.

Maker(s)

Ruler: Victoria (1837-1901)
Maker: Munsey & Co.

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Notes

History note: Under Review

Acquisition and important dates

Method of acquisition: Bought (2008-11-24) by Buttrey Fund

Dating

Production date: AD 1878

Components of the work

Object composed of frosted silver Diameter (min) 52 mm Diameter 52 mm Weight 82.85 g

Inscription or legends present

Inscription present: University of Cambridge coat of arms.

  • Text: UNIVERSITAS CANTABRIGIENSIS. MUNSEY CAMBRIDGE
  • Location: Obverse
  • Type: Design

Inscription present: A view of two Polo players playing, with fence and trees in background.

  • Text: POLO CLUB. TRIAL FIVES.
  • Location: Reverse
  • Type: Design

Identification numbers

Accession number: CM.771-2008
Primary reference Number: 228337

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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