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Charles Pratt Earl of Camden. Appointed Lord Chancellor. 1766: CM.179-1927

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Charles Pratt Earl of Camden. Appointed Lord Chancellor. 1766

Maker(s)

Ruler: George III (1760-1820)
Engraver: Pingo, Thomas

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Acquisition and important dates

Method of acquisition: Given (1927-02-25) by Professor Sir William Pope

Dating

Production date: AD 1766

Components of the work

Object composed of silver Diameter (min) 39 mm Diameter 39 mm Weight 24.25 g

Inscription or legends present

Inscription present: Draped bust of Lord Camden in full bottomed wig and clothes of office, facing right.

  • Text: CHARLES LORD CAMDEN CHANCELLOR OF BRITAIN
  • Location: Obverse
  • Type: Design

Inscription present: Two allegorical figures, Liberty and Equality standing.

  • Text: LIBERTY EQUITY (in exergue) MDCCLXVI
  • Location: Reverse
  • Type: Design

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Identification numbers

Accession number: CM.179-1927
Primary reference Number: 228629

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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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