Find Spot record MDO19201 - Sestertius of Trajan from W H Christopher's Showrooms, Trinity Street, Dorchester
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Summary
A well worn sestertius of Trajan (97-117 AD) was found in July 1949 while digging foundation trenches for W. H. Christopher's showrooms. The foreman stated that the ground was all disturbed and that no building remains existed.
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Full Description
A well worn sestertius of Trajan (97-117 AD) was found in July 1949 while digging foundation trenches for W. H. Christopher's showrooms. The foreman stated that the ground was all disturbed and that no building remains existed.
Sources/Archives (1)
- --- SWX9303 Article in serial: Farrar R A H (ed ). 1949. Archaeological Notes, 1949; Proceedings of the Dorset Natural History and Archaeological Society. Vol 71. 65.
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Location
| Grid reference | SY 691 905 (point) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | SY69SE |
| Civil Parish | Dorchester; Dorset |
| Unitary Authority | Dorset |
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Other Statuses/References
- None recorded
Record last edited
Dec 12 2018 5:47PM
