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The Royal Society. Charles Darwin. 1960.: CM.804-1996

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Titles

The Royal Society. Charles Darwin. 1960.

Maker(s)

Ruler: Elizabeth II (r. 1952-2022)
Engraver: Wyon, Allan

Entities

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Acquisition and important dates

Method of acquisition: Given (1996-10-14) by Corner, E. J. H.

Dating

Production date: AD 1960

Components of the work

Object composed of silver Diameter (min) 57 mm Diameter 66 mm Weight 107.94 g

Inscription or legends present

Inscription present: Bust of Charles Darwin, facing left.

  • Location: Obverse
  • Type: Design

Inscription present: Inscription within wreath of various leaves.

  • Text: MDCCCIX CAROLVS DARWIN MDCCCLXXXII
  • Location: Reverse
  • Type: Design

References and bibliographic entries

Identification numbers

Accession number: CM.804-1996
Primary reference Number: 228433

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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