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Oriental Ceramic Society. The Hills Gold Medal. 1971.: CM.69-1972

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Oriental Ceramic Society. The Hills Gold Medal. 1971.

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Ruler: Elizabeth II (r. 1952-2022)

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Acquisition and important dates

Method of acquisition: Given (1972) by Council of the Oriental Ceramic Society

Dating

Production date: AD 1971

Components of the work

Object composed of gold Diameter (min) 54 mm Diameter 57 mm Weight 58.15 g

Inscription or legends present

Inscription present: Design of Chinese Fenghuang.

  • Location: Obverse
  • Type: Design

Inscription present: Inscription.

  • Text: ORIENTAL CERAMIC SOCIETY JUBILEE 1921-1971 THE HILLS GOLD MEDAL FOR DISTINGUISHED CONTRIBUTION TO THE STUDY OF ORIENTAL ART.
  • Location: Reverse
  • Type: Design

Identification numbers

Accession number: CM.69-1972
Primary reference Number: 228532

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Created: Monday 19 August 2019 Updated: Tuesday 26 March 2024

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

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