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Francis Bacon. 1828.: CM.M.407-R

Object information

Awaiting location update

Titles

Francis Bacon. 1828.

Maker(s)

Ruler: George IV (1820-30)
Engraver: Wyon, William

Entities

Categories

Acquisition and important dates

Method of acquisition: Given (1828-05-05) by Fuller, John

Dating

Production date: AD 1828

Components of the work

Object composed of bronze Diameter (min) 44 mm Diameter 44 mm Weight 51.23 g

Inscription or legends present

Inscription present: Draped bust of Francis Bacon, bare head, wearing a draped ruff, facing left.

  • Text: FRANCIS BACON
  • Location: Obverse
  • Type: Design

Inscription present: Inscription within open wreath.

  • Text: FOR CHEMICAL DISCOVERIES PRESENTED BY JOHN FULLER MEMBER OF THE ROYAL INSTITUTION MDCCCXXVIII
  • Location: Reverse
  • Type: Design

References and bibliographic entries

Identification numbers

Accession number: CM.M.407-R
Primary reference Number: 228458
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Audit data

Created: Monday 19 August 2019 Updated: Thursday 29 August 2019 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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The Fitzwilliam Museum (2024) "Francis Bacon. 1828." Web page available at: https://data.fitzmuseum.cam.ac.uk/id/object/228458 Accessed: 2024-11-14 22:15:03

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