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One of 20 Danish black billon coins, from Nellemann and Thomsen sale 739, lots :: CM.757-1998

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One of 20 Danish black billon coins, from Nellemann and Thomsen sale 739, lots :

Maker(s)

Ruler: Christopher II (1319-32)

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Description

Denmark, Christopher II (1319-32), MB 599, 0.92g

Notes

History note: Under Review

Acquisition and important dates

Method of acquisition: Bought (1998-11-23) by Nellemann and Thomsen

Dating

1319 - 1332

Components of the work

Object composed of billon Weight 0.92 g

Identification numbers

Accession number: CM.757-1998
Primary reference Number: 279195
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Created: Wednesday 16 December 2020 Updated: Monday 25 March 2024 Last processed: Tuesday 13 May 2025

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

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