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King Ferdinand IV re-established at Naples: CM.272-1989

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King Ferdinand IV re-established at Naples

Maker(s)

Engraver: Kuchler, C. H.

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Acquisition and important dates

Method of acquisition: Given (1989) by Unknown

Dating

Production date: AD 1799

Components of the work

Object composed of gilt bronze Diameter (min) 48.1 mm Diameter 48.1 mm Weight 62.17 g

Inscription or legends present

Inscription present: Cuirassed draped bust of Ferdinand IV hair in pigtail facing right

  • Text: FERDINAN.IV D:G.SICILIAR.ET HIE.REX.
  • Location: Obverse
  • Type: Design

Inscription present: A ship entering the bay of Naples, crowds on the shore, fame bowing a trumpet holding a medallion with portrait of Nelson above

  • Text: In exergue: PER MEZZO DELLA DIVINA PROVIDENZA DELLE DI LIVI VIRTV DELLA FEDE & ENERGIA DEL SUO POPOLO DEL VALORE DE'SVOI ALLEATI ED IN PARTICOLARE GL' INGLESI GLORIOSTE RISTABLITO SUL TRONO L1 10.IUGLO . 1799
  • Location: Reverse
  • Type: Design

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Identification numbers

Accession number: CM.272-1989
Primary reference Number: 229165

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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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