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Obsequies for James Watt: CM.241-1942

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Acquisition and important dates

Method of acquisition: Bequeathed (1942-10-7) by Smith, Alfred

Dating

Production date: AD 1819

Components of the work

Object composed of bronze Diameter (min) 45.8 mm Diameter 45.8 mm Weight 40.48 g

Inscription or legends present

Inscription present: Figure of James Watt holding a plan and a pair of dividers.

  • Text: Above JAMES WATT Below: Born 19 January 1736 Died 25 August 1819
  • Location: Obverse
  • Type: Design

Inscription present: Crossed caduceus and club on shield within inscribed garter in Gothic letters

  • Text: On garter in Gothic letters: :INGENIO.. ET: LABORE .. Around: HIS OBSEQUIES AT HANDSWORTH STAFFORDSHIRE. SEPTR. 2. 1819.
  • Location: Reverse
  • Type: Design

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Identification numbers

Accession number: CM.241-1942
Primary reference Number: 229171

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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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