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Findspot record TR 36 SW 80 - Late Iron Age coin, Cottington Hill, Minster
Summary
A late Iron Age coin was found by a metal detectorist on Cottington Hill in 1991. The coin has been idenitifed as of Cantian type, from the reign of Dubnovellaunus. Whilst some coins of Dubnovellaunus appear as early as 40-30 BC, this specimen has been dated to c.23-17 BC. The coin is made of silver and depicts a uncertain animal and a Celticized horse on either of its sides. The present location of this find is unknown.
Location
| Grid reference | TR 3367 6389 (point) Estimated from sources |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | TR36SW |
| County | KENT |
| District | THANET, KENT |
| Civil Parish | MINSTER, THANET, KENT |
Map
Type and Period (1)
Full Description
<1> Kent Metal Detector Group Records (OS Card Reference). SKE45936.
<2> Ringwould, K, 1991, South of England Metal Detecting Records (Collection). SKE6551.
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Finds (1)
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
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Record last edited
Apr 11 2024 6:20PM