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Record ID: SF-522773
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Suffolk
Workflow stage: Published
A slightly worn silver denarius of the Civil Wars, dating to the period c.68-69 (Reece period 3). S P Q R reverse type depicting the legend within a wreath. Gallic mint. As RIC I (2nd ed.), p. 209, no. 72.
As stated by Dr Sam Moorhead in record LANCUM-4BD7B7, 'this rare coin was struck by Vindex, governor of Gallia Lugdunensis, during his revolt against Nero in March-May AD 68. The rebellion failed, but led to further revolts and the fall of Nero later in June 68. Vindex struck a number of different issues of coins in Gaul, although they are generally very rare. This is one of o…
Created on: Friday 21st September 2018
Last updated: Monday 23rd November 2020
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This findspot is known as 'Euston', grid reference and parish protected.
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