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puncheon
(Body marked with an incised diagonal cross)
Object Type
puncheon
(Body marked with an incised diagonal cross)
Museum number
HARR.156
Description
Iron puncheon depicting Britannia presenting the crown to James II..
(whole)
Britannia, kneeling, presents crown and baton to James II, who wears sword, armour and a cloak.
(obverse)
Producer name
Engraved by:
John Roettier
Production date
1685-1688
Materials
iron
Dimensions
Diameter:
53 millimetres
(face)
Height:
46 millimetres
Weight:
1182 grammes
Bibliographic references
Harry 2002-2003 / Catalogue of Dies and Matrices in the British Museum
(156)
Location
Not on display
Condition
Perfect condition.
Subjects
royal/imperial
allegory/personification
Associated names
Portrait of:
James II, King of England
Representation of:
Britannia
Acquisition name
Donated by:
Matthew Young
Acquisition date
1828-1829
Department
Money and Medals
Registration number
HARR.156