2007-12-17 14:56:09 Laura Burnett lburnett 2011-03-29 15:57:24 Siorna McFarlane smcfarlane SUSS-68D868 Coin CURATOR'S REPORT Roman silver silver miliarensis, about one third of the coin found in two parts. From the same find as SUSS-68AA45. Description of Find Part of a Silver Miliarensis (in two fragments) House of Valentinian or Theodosius, c. 367-95 Mint unclear Obv. [ ]; lower part of draped and cuirassed bust r. Rev. [VIRTVS EXERCITVS]; emperor standing, holding standard [and shield] Mintmark: -//[ ] c. 13 by 19mm; 1.49g; Die Axis 6 Discussion Late 4th century silver coins are comparatively rare site finds in Britain. Miliarenses in particular are mostly only found in hoards. This, and the close proximity of the findspots, suggests the coins were originally deposited together in a hoard or lost together, for example in a purse, and should therefore be considered as of the same find. As they are over 300 years old and contain over 10% precious metal they should therefore be considered Treasure within the meaning of the Treasure Act 2006. CURATOR'S REPORT Roman silver silver miliarensis, about one third of the coin found in two parts. From the same find as SUSS-68AA45. Description of Find Part of a Silver Miliarensis (in two fragments) House of Valentinian or Theodosius, c. 367-95 Mint unclear Obv. [ ]; lower part of draped and... Silver Struck or hammered ROMAN ROMAN 367 395 13 19 Fragment 2007-12-17 14:56:09 WEST SUSSEX CHICHESTER POINT( ) GPS SU90NW SU9308 29.06.2003 Metal detector 1 SUSS Creative Commons Non Commercial Share Alike - The Portable Antiquities Scheme 2007 These records can be reproduced in a non commercial enviroment as long as the original recorder is cited. The Portable Antiquities Scheme info@finds.org.uk No fees are applicable.