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Ruler: Napoleon III (1852-70) (Struck in the name of)
Satirical medalet, struck after Napoleon III's defeat by the Prussians at Sedan in 1870
Method of acquisition: Bought (2017-01-23) by G. Giberti
Production date: AD 1870
Object composed of bronze Diameter 24.95 mm Die Axis 0 degrees Weight 6.73 g
Inscription present: Napoleon in Prussian helmet, left, smoking small cigar. SEDAN on collar, chain attached.
Inscription present: obverse
Inscription present: Owl, facing, wings spread, standing on cannon resting upon pile of bones.
Accession number: CM.126-2017
Primary reference Number: 241289
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Owner or interested party:
The Fitzwilliam Museum
Associated department:
Coins and Medals
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