Find Spot record MDO20404 - Roman coins,The Milk Factory, Beaminster
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Summary
Two late Roman coins were found near the milk factory in Beaminster during sewage works in 1967.
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Full Description
Two late Roman coins were found in 1967 "near the Milk Factory in Beaminster during sewerage operations". The coins were identified by the British Museum as belonging to the reigns of Maximian (AD286-305) and Constantine I (AD306-337) and are in the possession of Mr L Harris of
Skilling, Bridport. <1>
<1> Anon, 1968, ‘Roman coins find in Beaminster’ Somerset and Dorset Notes and Queries, 320 (Article in serial). SDO10608.
<2> National Record of the Historic Environment, 193052 (Digital archive). SDO14739.
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Location
| Grid reference | ST 4815 0125 (point) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | ST40SE |
| Civil Parish | Beaminster; Dorset |
| Unitary Authority | Dorset |
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Other Statuses/References
- Legacy UID: National Monuments Record: ST 40 SE 37
- Legacy UID: National Record of the Historic Environment: 193052
Record last edited
Oct 10 2022 12:51PM
