Monument record 726/0/0 - Unstratified Roman Find
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Summary
Roman coin
Map
Type and Period (1)
Full Description
{2}Roman denarius struck during the Civil War of AD69, probably struck in Cologne. The coin carries a strong military message with emphasis on FIDES EXERCITVVM and FINDS PRAETORIANORVM. The latter message could suggest that the coins were especially produced for issue to Praetorian cohorts. Found on the A43 verge in February 1993.
{4} Gives grid ref. as SP 68704949.
<1> Cadman, G., 1993, SMR Report Form, (unchecked) (SMR Report Form). SNN48879.
<2> Curteis M., 1993, Objects for Identification, (unchecked) (Note). SNN57219.
<3> SUTHERLAND, Roman Imperial Coinage, Vol.1 No. 121 pp.201,13 (unchecked) (Book). SNN55587.
<4> Curteis M, 1993-4, Towcester, (unchecked) (Note). SNN104185.
Sources/Archives (4)
- <1> SNN48879 SMR Report Form: Cadman, G.. 1993. SMR Report Form. 25/03/1993. 6849013. (unchecked).
- <2> SNN57219 Note: Curteis M.. 1993. Objects for Identification. (unchecked).
- <3> SNN55587 Book: SUTHERLAND. Roman Imperial Coinage. 1. Spink. Vol.1 No. 121 pp.201,13 (unchecked).
- <4> SNN104185 Note: Curteis M. 1993-4. Towcester. Northamptonshire Archaeology. 25. (unchecked).
Finds (1)
Related Monuments/Buildings (1)
Related Events/Activities (0)
Location
| Grid reference | SP 6870 4942 (point) Transfer |
|---|---|
| Civil Parish | TOWCESTER, West Northamptonshire (formerly South Northants District) |
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Other Statuses/References
- None recorded
Record last edited
Jun 8 2023 9:16AM
