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William Windham: CM.97-1994

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William Windham

Maker(s)

Engraver: Dassier, Jean

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Acquisition and important dates

Method of acquisition: Given (1994) by Simon, Jacob M. H. Esq.

Dating

Production date: AD 1742

Components of the work

Object composed of bronze Diameter (min) 40.6 mm Diameter 40.6 mm Weight 27.08 g

Inscription or legends present

Inscription present: Bust of wind ham hair short in coat and mantle lined with fur

  • Text: GULIELMUS WINDHAM ARMIGER.
  • Location: Obverse
  • Type: Design

Inscription present: Inscription within an ornate border

  • Text: OFFICII ET AUGURII CAUSA FECIT I-DASSIER MDCCXLII.
  • Location: Reverse
  • Type: Design

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Identification numbers

Accession number: CM.97-1994
Primary reference Number: 228949

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Created: Monday 19 August 2019 Updated: Tuesday 26 March 2024

Associated departments & institutions

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

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