Find Spot record MDO8421 - Roman coins, Worth Matravers

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In 1988 eight Roman coins were found in an area approximately 4 metres by 3 metres, and at varying depths.

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In 1988, Mr. K. Emery found Roman coins at varying depths in an area 4m x 3m. Although 8 coins were found, only three are known about: a contemporary imitation of a dupondius of Antoninus Pius (AD 138-161); Claudius II (AD 268-270) mint of Rome radiate; Faustina II, wife of Marcus Aurelius (AD 161-180) copper AS. (1)

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  • <1> Index: DCC SMR. to 2003. Former DCC SMR Card Index.

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Grid reference SY 963 755 (point) Approximate
Map sheet SY97NE
Civil Parish Worth Matravers; Dorset
Unitary Authority Dorset

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  • Legacy UID: Dorset Sites and Monuments Record: 6 028 067

Record last edited

Feb 17 2012 2:05AM

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