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Scottish silver short cross and stars penny of Alexander II, Roxburgh, moneyer Pieres.: CM.BI.2889-R

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Current Location: In storage

Titles

Scottish silver short cross and stars penny of Alexander II, Roxburgh, moneyer Pieres.

Maker(s)

Ruler: Alexander II (1214-49)
Moneyer: Pieres
Mint: Roxburgh

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Measurements and weight

Diameter: 17 mm
Die Axis: 270 degrees
Weight: 1.41 g

Place(s) associated

  • Roxburgh, , Scotland (NT 6930)

Acquisition and important dates

Method of acquisition: Unknown by Unknown

Dating

Circa 1235 - Circa 1249

Materials used in production

Silver

Techniques used in production

Struck

Identification numbers

Accession number: CM.BI.2889-R
Primary reference Number: 230867
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Audit data

Created: Monday 9 September 2019 Updated: Wednesday 11 January 2023 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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