Find Spot record 2533 - Unnamed findspot in Davenham Parish

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Summary

Silver sixpence of Elizabeth I. Found in the garden of a new property in Davenham, well over 50 years ago. The coin is dated 1566.

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Full Description

Silver sixpence of Elizabeth I, not clipped. Found in a garden in Davenham, well over 50 years ago. Obv. Elizabeth. D.G. ANG.FR.ET.HI. REGINA. Crowned bust left, rose behind head. Rev. POSUI/ DEV.AD/IVTORE M. MEU. Square shield on long cross. Dated 1566. Initial mark: Portcullis 1565/ 66- 1566-67. Weight 3.08gm. (1)


<1> Grosvenor Museum, Grosvenor Museum Accessions (Index). SCH407.

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  • <1> Index: Grosvenor Museum. Grosvenor Museum Accessions.

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Location

Grid reference SJ 663 701 (point) 8 Figure Ref
Map sheet SJ67SE
Civil Parish DAVENHAM, VALE ROYAL, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER
Historic Township/Parish/County DAVENHAM, DAVENHAM, CHESHIRE

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Record last edited

Oct 8 2024 12:05PM