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Grand Officier de l'Ordre de Léopold: CM.3.2-1988

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Grand Officier de l'Ordre de Léopold

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Description

This medal is accompanied by three lapel studs.

Acquisition and important dates

Method of acquisition: Loan (1988) by Cambridge University Library

Components of the work

Object composed of silver Diameter (min) 62 mm Diameter 87 mm Weight 111.39 g

Inscription or legends present

Inscription present: Cross and star imposed, with centre circle of gold gilt and glass with rampant lion.

  • Text: LUNION FAIT LA FORGE
  • Location: Obverse
  • Type: Design

Inscription present: Inscription.

  • Text: ETABLISSEMENTS BRUXELLES J. FONSON
  • Location: Reverse
  • Type: Design

Identification numbers

Accession number: CM.3.2-1988
Primary reference Number: 228406
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Created: Monday 19 August 2019 Updated: Tuesday 3 August 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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