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William Betty. 1804.: CM.M.425-R

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William Betty. 1804.

Maker(s)

Ruler: George III (1760-1820)
Engraver: Westwood, John

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Acquisition and important dates

Method of acquisition: Unknown by Unknown

Dating

Production date: AD 1804

Components of the work

Object composed of white metal Diameter (min) 48 mm Diameter 48 mm Weight 39.68 g

Inscription or legends present

Inscription present: Draped bust of William Betty with high lace collar, bare head, facing right.

  • Text: WILLIAM HENRY WEST BETTY.
  • Location: Obverse
  • Type: Design

Inscription present: Inscription within closed wreath.

  • Text: BRITISH TRAGEDIAN AGED XIII YEARS A . D MDCCCIV.
  • Location: Reverse
  • Type: Design

References and bibliographic entries

Identification numbers

Accession number: CM.M.425-R
Primary reference Number: 228596

Audit data

Created: Monday 19 August 2019 Updated: Thursday 29 August 2019

Associated departments & institutions

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

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