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Tercentenary of the birth of William Shakespeare
Engraver: Ottley, J.
Method of acquisition: Given (1973) by Bonnett, B. E.
Production date: AD 1864
Object composed of copper Diameter (min) 51.6 mm Diameter 51.6 mm Weight 46.02 g
Inscription present: Draped bust of William Shakespeare bare head three quarter facing, within ornate toothed border
Inscription present: View of his birthplace, shield above
Accession number: CM.65-1973
Primary reference Number: 228843
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Owner or interested party:
The Fitzwilliam Museum
Associated department:
Coins and Medals
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The Fitzwilliam Museum (2023) "Tercentenary of the birth of William Shakespeare" Web page available at: https://data.fitzmuseum.cam.ac.uk/id/object/228843 Accessed: 2023-06-02 03:53:02
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Accession Number: C.117-1933
Accession Number: CM.13-1979
Accession Number: 712
Accession Number: P.8993-R
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