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Medal - Oliver Cromwell - Lord Protector ND
1653 year| Silver | 14.28 g | 38 mm |
| Location | England (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| Lord | Oliver Cromwell (1653-1658) |
| Type | Commemorative medals › Inauguration medals |
| Year | 1653 |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 14.28 g |
| Diameter | 38 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Cast |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-11-14 |
| Numista | N#383728 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Lion holding the Coat of Arms of Cromwell and the Commonwealth
Lettering: PAX • QVÆRITVR • BELLO •
Translation: Peace is sought through war
Engraver: Thomas Simon
Edge
Plain
Comment
Very rare when struck. This medal is in general cast; even in that state not at all common. It was executed by Cromwell's order to commemorate his elevation to the Protectorate, 16 December 1653. The die of the reverse was, after a short use, broken across the middle; which may account for the rarity of the medal. The portrait was copied from a miniature by Cooper, now in the collection of the Duke of Devonshire. (Hawkins)
