microrobert
07-12-2013, 01:47 PM
Anglo-Saxon coin found in Mildenhall area declared treasure
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The discovery of a gold coin in a Suffolk field suggests the “trappings of an organised society" dating back nearly 1,400 years, an expert has said.
The Anglo-Saxon shilling, dating from 660 to 680, was found in the Mildenhall area in February.
The pierced coin, which may have been used as a pendant, was declared treasure at a Bury St Edmunds inquest.
Faye Minter, who records finds, said it appeared to be copying Roman and Byzantine coins.
Suffolk coroner Dr Peter Dean declared it as treasure as it contained silver and gold. The owner must now offer the item for sale to a museum at a price set by experts.
BBC News - Anglo-Saxon coin found in Mildenhall area declared treasure (http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-23285843)
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The discovery of a gold coin in a Suffolk field suggests the “trappings of an organised society" dating back nearly 1,400 years, an expert has said.
The Anglo-Saxon shilling, dating from 660 to 680, was found in the Mildenhall area in February.
The pierced coin, which may have been used as a pendant, was declared treasure at a Bury St Edmunds inquest.
Faye Minter, who records finds, said it appeared to be copying Roman and Byzantine coins.
Suffolk coroner Dr Peter Dean declared it as treasure as it contained silver and gold. The owner must now offer the item for sale to a museum at a price set by experts.
BBC News - Anglo-Saxon coin found in Mildenhall area declared treasure (http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-23285843)