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2 shillings: CM.212-2017

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Maker(s)

Issuer: Central Bank of Ireland

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Acquisition and important dates

Method of acquisition: Given (2017-04-24) by Lane, P., Mr.

Dating

Production date: AD 1954

Components of the work

Object composed of cupro-nickel Diameter 26.26 mm Die Axis 0 degrees Weight 11.34 g

Inscription or legends present

Inscription present: Irish harp

  • Text: EIRE 1954
  • Location: Reverse
  • Type: Design

Inscription present: obverse

  • Text: Floirin 2s
  • Type: Design

Inscription present: Fish, right

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Identification numbers

Accession number: CM.212-2017
Primary reference Number: 241375
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Audit data

Created: Thursday 16 July 2020 Updated: Wednesday 21 July 2021 Last processed: Wednesday 13 December 2023

Associated departments & institutions

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

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