Source/Archive record SCH5519 - On Some Anglo-Saxon Coins Discovered in the Foundations of St John's Church, Chester

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Type Article in Journal
Title On Some Anglo-Saxon Coins Discovered in the Foundations of St John's Church, Chester
Author/Originator
Journal
Date/Year 1864

Abstract/Summary

Describes the discovery and nature of a coin hoard found during excavations in advance of the building of a new vestibule at the west end of St John's Church. The original floor of the nave was also uncovered, in addition to human remains. Illustrations of the coins included.

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Description

Chester UAD Project Articles in journal cover period from January 1863 to December 1868. Pages 289 - 306.

Location

CHER Library

Referenced Monuments (2)

  • Saxon Coin Hoard, St John the Baptist Church (Find Spot)
  • Saxon Mint at Chester (Monument)

Referenced Events (1)

  • Construction work at St John's Church, 1862 (Ref: N/A)

Record last edited

Nov 8 2012 11:17AM