Find Spot record 1586/0/1 - Early Roman Coin Hoard

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Summary

A Roman urn, was found by a labourer during draining operations at Naseby in the late 19th century, contained 38 silver denarii dated from Vespasian to Aurelius (69 AD - 180 AD). A late 2nd century hoard.

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Full Description

{1} A Roman urn, found by a labourer during draining operations at Naseby (SP 6878) contained 38 silver denarii dated from Vespasian to Aurelius (69 AD - 180 AD).

{2} Finds of 1874, unlocated. A small round Roman vase with a narrow neck containing 38 silver denarii dated from Vespasian to Marcus Aurelius (ie.69-180) was found in the parish.

{4} No further information.


<1> 1875, The Archaeological Journal (32), p.112 (unchecked) (Journal). SNN13715.

<2> Royal Commission on The Historical Monuments of England, 1981, An Inventory of The Historical Monuments in The County of Northampton, p.143 (checked) (Series). SNN77381.

<3> Ordnance Survey, 1950s/1960s, Ordnance Survey Record Cards, (unchecked) (Index). SNN443.

<4> Colquhoun, FD, 1969, Field investigators comments, F1 FDC 03-FEB-69 (Notes). SNN112950.

Sources/Archives (4)

  • <1> Journal: 1875. The Archaeological Journal (32). The Archaeological Journal. 32. Royal Arch. Society. p.112 (unchecked).
  • <2> Series: Royal Commission on The Historical Monuments of England. 1981. An Inventory of The Historical Monuments in The County of Northampton. 3. HMSO. p.143 (checked).
  • <3> Index: Ordnance Survey. 1950s/1960s. Ordnance Survey Record Cards. Ordnance Survey Record Cards. Ordnance Survey. (unchecked).
  • <4> Notes: Colquhoun, FD. 1969. Field investigators comments. English Heritage. F1 FDC 03-FEB-69.

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Location

Grid reference SP 46 27 (point) Unknown
Civil Parish NASEBY, West Northamptonshire (formerly Daventry District)

Protected Status/Designation

  • None recorded

Other Statuses/References

  • NRHE HOB UID: 341844

Record last edited

Oct 13 2023 8:45AM

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