Find Spot record MDO47703 - Greek coins, Charminster
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Summary
C1st BC and C3rd AD Greek coins found in a garden at Charminster. Thought likely to have been part of a coin collection.
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Full Description
Two small Greek coins acquired by Dorchester Museum between May 1923 and May 1924. They were found in a cottage garden at Charminster. Both are from the Island of Samos - one dates from first century BC and the other four centuries later. They were presented by Mr Graham of Forston House, Charminster. (By dates, by source of origin and find site, they may have been part of a coin collection). <1>
Mr Graham and his wife are deceased. No further information was obtained concerning the coins. <2>
Sources/Archives (3)
- <1> SDO19135 Serial: Dorset Natural History and Antiquarian Field Club. 1924. Proceedings of the Dorset Natural History and Antiquarian Field Club for 1923-1924. 45. lxxx.
- <2> SWX1255 Unpublished document: Rigg, J. Field Investigators Comments JR. F1 JR 26-AUG-54.
- <3>XY SDO14739 Digital archive: National Record of the Historic Environment. 453423. [Mapped feature: #637510 ]
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Location
| Grid reference | SY 675 925 (point) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | SY69SE |
| Civil Parish | Charminster; Dorset |
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Other Statuses/References
- Legacy UID: National Monuments Record: SY 69 SE 75
- Legacy UID: National Record of the Historic Environment: 453423
Record last edited
Jan 8 2024 1:16PM