Find Spot record MDO19167 - Roman coin found at Dorchester Prison
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Summary
A fourth century Roman bronze coin of Constantine I was found in HM Prison, Dorchester in 1953.
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A Roman coin was found by Mr. Lamb at HM Prison, Dorchester in 1953. This was described as an AE of Constantine I (AD308-324). Obverse: IMP CONSTANTINVS MAX AVG (Helm. bust cuir. r.) Reverse: VICTORIAE LAETAE PRINC [PERP] (2 victories holding shield inscribed VOT P XX). Mint Mark: PLN (London). (1)
<1> Farrar, R A H, 1954, Archaeological Fieldwork in Dorset in 1953 & 1954. Proceedings of the Dorset Natural History and Archaeological Society, 88 (Article in serial). SDO9753.
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- <1> SDO9753 Article in serial: Farrar, R A H. 1954. Archaeological Fieldwork in Dorset in 1953 & 1954. Proceedings of the Dorset Natural History and Archaeological Society. 76. 88.
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Location
| Grid reference | SY 692 908 (point) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | SY69SE |
| Civil Parish | Dorchester; Dorset |
| Unitary Authority | Dorset |
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Record last edited
Aug 22 2024 7:37PM
