Ashmolean Museum

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Every time I am in Oxford, I can't resist dropping into the Ashmolean Museum to have a look at the Oxford Crowns on display. Unfortunately, the Heberden coin room can only be visited by appointment. Nevertheless, there are still a number of impressive / interesting pieces in the permanent exhibits. I have attached a few photos just in case they are of any interest.

 

 

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[secret santa 2,137]

Do they allow visitors to take photos ?

[Sword 1,380]

Photos are allowed.

[ozjohn 607]

Very interesting photos of George V dies. It's a pity the finished product bears little resemblance to the original product. The only exception being the 1911 proof set.

[VickySilver 806]

They look to be matrices....

[ozjohn 607]

Matrices ? The only one I have heard of are the mathematical type used for solving simultaneous equations. However the pictures show a very detailed portrait of which little survives the minting process especially with George V silver coins. One other issue other than the 1911 proof set that shows much of this detail is the WW1 silver medal.

[VickySilver 806]

Correct term is : matrix for singular, matrices plural. This is the en relief positive image that these show. I am lucky enough to have one of the reverse of the English 1937 shilling.

[ozjohn 607]

The plural form is used for math unless describing a particular matrix.

However still doesn't excuse the mess made by the mint in turning these images into coins.