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Eightieth Birthday of Christopher Blunt. 16 July 1984.: CM.2171-1997

Object information

Awaiting location update

Titles

Eightieth Birthday of Christopher Blunt. 16 July 1984.

Maker(s)

Ruler: Elizabeth II (r. 1952-2022)
Engraver: Eley, Annabel

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Acquisition and important dates

Method of acquisition: Given (1997-07-09) by Sherlock, David

Dating

Production date: AD 1983

Components of the work

Object composed of bronze Diameter (min) 50 mm Diameter 50 mm Weight 100.05 g

Inscription or legends present

Inscription present: Bust of Christopher Blunt, facing right.

  • Text: CHRISTOPHER EVELYN BLUNT
  • Location: Obverse
  • Type: Design

Inscription present: Coins of various types.

  • Text: 80TH BIRTHDAY 16TH JULY 1984.
  • Location: Reverse
  • Type: Design

Identification numbers

Accession number: CM.2171-1997
Primary reference Number: 228603
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Audit data

Created: Monday 19 August 2019 Updated: Tuesday 8 August 2023 Last processed: Tuesday 8 August 2023

Associated departments & institutions

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

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The Fitzwilliam Museum (2024) "Eightieth Birthday of Christopher Blunt. 16 July 1984." Web page available at: https://data.fitzmuseum.cam.ac.uk/id/object/228603 Accessed: 2024-11-13 01:25:09

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