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Institute of Civil Engineers, Thomas Telford: CM.318-1975

Object information

Current Location: In storage

Titles

Institute of Civil Engineers, Thomas Telford

Maker(s)

Engraver: Wyon, William

Entities

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Acquisition and important dates

Method of acquisition: Given (1975) by The Friends of the Fitzwilliam Museum

Dating

Production date: AD 1866

Components of the work

Object composed of bronze Diameter (min) 57.6 mm Diameter 57.6 mm Weight 85.89 g

Inscription or legends present

Inscription present: Bare head of Thomas Telford facing left

  • Text: Vertically behind head: TELFORD
  • Location: Obverse
  • Type: Design

Inscription present: Telford's Menai Bridge

  • Text: In exergue: INSTIT: CIV: ENGINEERS. INCORP: 1828.
  • Location: Reverse
  • Type: Design

Identification numbers

Accession number: CM.318-1975
Primary reference Number: 228872
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Audit data

Created: Monday 19 August 2019 Updated: Thursday 29 August 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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