Countermarked Spanish dollarRoyal Mint, George William De Saulles · 1794
Metalwork- Sculpture
1794- 19th Century
The Royal Mint Museum
Royal Mint, George William De Saulles (1862 – 1903)
George William De Saulles: British medallist renowned for UK & colonial coin designs (Queen Victoria, Edward VII). Explore his iconic obverses & historical significance.
The Royal Mint Museum (Llanharry, United Kingdom)
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About this artwork
- Title: Countermarked Spanish dollar
- Artist: Royal Mint, George William De Saulles
- Year: 1794
- Format: Landscape
- Copyright status: Public domain
- Where to see it: The Royal Mint Museum
- Medium: Metalwork
- Corpus context: royal mint design, historical currency modification
- Main color: Black
- Purpose: Conversation
Quick Facts
- Title: Countermarked Spanish dollar
- Notable elements or techniques: Countermarking, engraving, profile portrait
- Artistic style: Numismatic
- Year: 1794
- Subject or theme: Historical currency and overmark