Find Spot record 2334 - Roman find from Christleton
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Summary
A heavily worn bronze As of Trajan was found in a field here. The inscription is illegible on the obverse. Minted in Rome AD 103-111. An As is a low value bronze coin. At the time of Trajan there were 16 asses to 1 silver denarius.
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Full Description
Bronze As of Trajan, heavily worn. Found in field at grid ref. Inscription illegible on the obverse. Reverse: S)PQR OPTI(MO PRINCIPI SC). Salus seated left on the throne, patera in extended right hand, feeding snake coiled round the alter. Diameter 2.89-3.12 cm, weight 11.16 gm. See RIC vol 2 no 515 (b) p 281, Rome AD 103-111. Reported 9.5.1989, to Grosvenor Museum (1).
<1> Grosvenor Museum, Grosvenor Museum Accessions, 1989 (Index). SCH407.
Sources/Archives (1)
- <1> SCH407 Index: Grosvenor Museum. Grosvenor Museum Accessions. 1989.
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Location
| Grid reference | Not displayed 8 Figure Ref |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | SJ46NW |
| Historic Township/Parish/County | CHRISTLETON, CHRISTLETON, CHESHIRE |
| Civil Parish | CHRISTLETON, CHESTER, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER |
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Record last edited
Feb 18 2025 3:25PM