Find Spot record MDO18209 - Roman coin found at the Gas Works, Icen Way, Dorchester
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Summary
A late third century Roman coin was found at the Gas Works, Dorchester in about 1946.
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Full Description
A Roman coin was found by W A Hamilton at the Gas Works, Dorchester in about 1946. It has been identified as a worn Antoninianus of Tetricus I (AD270-273): Obverse: [IMP C TET]RICUS PF AVG rad. Bust dr. r.; Reverse: SALVS AVG.
Sources/Archives (1)
- <1> SDO9825 Article in serial: Farrar, R A H. 1957. Roman Coins Found in Dorchester. Proceedings of the Dorset Natural History and Archaeological Society. 79. 108.
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Location
| Grid reference | SY 69560 90592 (point) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | SY69SE |
| Civil Parish | Dorchester; Dorset |
| Unitary Authority | Dorset |
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Other Statuses/References
- None recorded
Record last edited
Nov 21 2013 12:45PM