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 the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Ireland Queen, and of India Empress, Anno Domini, 1896.—.'

. Although the 'anno regni' is placed on certain coins, and is inserted in proclamations, it does not nowadays find a place in the Acts of Parliament; and these bear simply the day, month, and year (A.D.) in which the royal assent is given. 'Anno regni' is evidently only a dutiful surplusage.