World War One coin brooch made from two Belgian five cent coins, part of a two-cent coin stamped ‘MONS 1914-18’ and the coat of arms of Mons placed centrally. A clawed collet covering the hole at the centre of each coin is set with green paste inserts.
Bought with funds from Art Fund New Collecting Award, 2023
Weight: 8.07 g
Method of acquisition: Bought (2023) by Art Fund
1910 - After 1918
Accession number: CM.282-2023
Primary reference Number: 314348
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The Fitzwilliam Museum
Associated department:
Coins and Medals
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