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Opening of London Bridge. 1831.: CM.852-2009

Object information

Awaiting location update

Titles

Opening of London Bridge. 1831.

Maker(s)

Ruler: William IV (1830-37)
Engraver: Wyon, Benjamin

Entities

Categories

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 1831

Components of the work

Object composed of bronze Diameter (min) 51 mm Diameter 51 mm Weight 70.68 g

Inscription or legends present

Inscription present: Bare head of William IV, facing right.

  • Text: WILLIAM THE FOURTH.
  • Location: Obverse
  • Type: Design

Inscription present: A view of the bridge.

  • Text: LONDON BRIDGE (below) COMMENCED 15 JUNE 1825 OPENED 1, AUGUST 1831.
  • Location: Reverse
  • Type: Design

References and bibliographic entries

Identification numbers

Accession number: CM.852-2009
Primary reference Number: 228378
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Audit data

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