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University of Glasgow, Glasgow Cultural Capital of Europe 1990: CM.1526-2009

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Titles

University of Glasgow, Glasgow Cultural Capital of Europe 1990

Maker(s)

Ruler: Elizabeth II (r. 1952-2022)

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Acquisition and important dates

Method of acquisition: Given (2009-12-01) by Allen, M. R., Dr

Dating

Production date: AD 1990

Components of the work

Object composed of bronze Diameter (min) 38 mm Diameter 38 mm Weight 18.56 g

Inscription or legends present

Inscription present: View of Glasgow University Building.

  • Text: UNIVERSITY OF GLASGOW FOUNDED 1451
  • Location: Obverse
  • Type: Design

Inscription present: Glasgow Cultural Capital of Europe Logo.

  • Text: GLASGOW 1990 CULTURAL CAPITAL OF EUROPE
  • Location: Reverse
  • Type: Design

Identification numbers

Accession number: CM.1526-2009
Primary reference Number: 228386

Audit data

Created: Monday 19 August 2019 Updated: Tuesday 8 August 2023

Associated departments & institutions

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

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The Fitzwilliam Museum (2024) "University of Glasgow, Glasgow Cultural Capital of Europe 1990" Web page available at: https://data.fitzmuseum.cam.ac.uk/id/object/228386 Accessed: 2024-05-03 05:05:03

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