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Charles Roach Smith: Laudatory Medal: CM.64-1972

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Current Location: In storage

Titles

Charles Roach Smith: Laudatory Medal

Maker(s)

Engraver: Pinches Family

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Acquisition and important dates

Method of acquisition: Bought (1972) by University Purchase Fund

Dating

Production date: AD 1890

Components of the work

Object composed of bronze Diameter (min) 57.4 mm Diameter 57.4 mm Weight 89.05 g

Inscription or legends present

Inscription present: Draped bust of Charles Roach Smith facing left

  • Location: Obverse
  • Type: Design

Inscription present: Inscription

  • Text: TO CHARLES ROACH SMITH F.S.A. FROM FELLOW ANQUARIES AND FRIENDS IN RECOGNITION OF LIFELONG SERVICES TO ARCHAEOLOGY 1890
  • Location: Reverse
  • Type: Design

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Identification numbers

Accession number: CM.64-1972
Primary reference Number: 228850
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Created: Monday 19 August 2019 Updated: Monday 16 September 2019 Last processed: Tuesday 13 June 2023

Associated departments & institutions

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

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