Record ID: SOM-F6D607
Object type: STRAP FITTING
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Somerset
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A damaged and incomplete cast copper-alloy mount, possibly a propeller shaped belt stiffener of late Roman date. The mount consists of a central circular element (diameter 16.4mm) flanked to one side by a sub-rectangular tab. There is a transverse break at the circumference of the roundel where a possible equivalent tab might have emerged. The roundel is decorated with longitudinal ridges, those towards the edge curved to follow its shape. The grooves between are decorated with incised rocker arm. The tab begins with a transverse ridge, beyond which the main field has two longitu…
Created on: Friday 24th May 2013
Last updated: Tuesday 25th June 2013
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: SOM-8F3994
Object type: KEY (LOCKING)
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Somerset
Workflow stage: Published
A copper-alloy finger-ring with integral key dating to the earlier Roman period. The hoop is broadly circular and D-shaped in cross-section, being flat internally (int. dia.: 17.2mm max.). There are no shoulders as such and the bezel is only slightly thicker than the hoop. As with such artefacts the bit protrudes at right angles to the bezel such that the key element lay flat on the finger. The bit begins with a trapezoidal base that is decorated with a pair of transverse grooves. Above this is a recess each side to a narrow waist before the main sub-triangular upper element. The tria…
Created on: Monday 12th August 2013
Last updated: Tuesday 6th August 2019
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Misterton CP', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: SOM-EAD7B0
Object type: FINGER RING
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Somerset
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete Roman copper alloy finger ring with black glass intaglio. The bezel is widened and flattened; the shoulders are also relatively wide before tapering to a thin hoop around half way down the sides (min. W.: 2.8mm). There are some abrasions to the edges of the hoop and a recess formed through corrosion on the underside of the bezel. The bezel is very slightly raised in around the setting. The intaglio is bevelled externally leaving a flat oval central zone with design set in. The design (on the intaglio) is of a human figure, probably female, seated left and turned to the view…
Created on: Friday 3rd October 2014
Last updated: Monday 6th October 2014
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Kingsdon CP', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: SOM-B7CA61
Object type: COIN HOARD
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Somerset
Workflow stage: Published
1 as, 1 sestertius, 1 denarius and 7562 radiates and a bronze ring to AD 274 Cu-alloy ring (3.60g; max diam. 26mm) found fused to sestertius. Uncertain if a finger ring or bag fastening. Summary (all radiates unless noted): Central Empire Marcus Aurelius (AD 161-80), 1 (sestertius) Wars of the Succession (AD 193-7) Septimius Severus, 1 (denarius) Gordian III (AD 238-44), 1 Philip I (AD 244-9), 1 Decius (AD 249-51), 1 Herennia Etruscilla, 1 Trebonianus Gallus (AD 251-3), 4 Joint reign of Valerian & Gallienus (AD 253-60) Valerian I, 107 Gallienus, 45 Uncertain (Valeri…
Created on: Tuesday 19th November 2013
Last updated: Tuesday 11th April 2017
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'South Petherton', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: SOM-EFCDF6
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Somerset
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A Roman copper-alloy sestertius of Trajan dating to the period c. AD 103 to 117 (Reece Period 5). Unclear reverse type depicting figure standing left. Mint of Rome.
Created on: Monday 16th December 2013
Last updated: Monday 16th December 2013
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Somerton CP', grid reference and parish protected.

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Record ID: SOM-F04BA5
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Somerset
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A Roman copper-alloy radiate of Gallienus (sole reign) dating to the period AD 260 to 268 (Reece Period 13). Mars reverse type depicting Mars standing left. Mint of Rome. This coin has been bent slightly and suffered some small losses to its circumference.
Created on: Monday 16th December 2013
Last updated: Monday 16th December 2013
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Somerton CP', grid reference and parish protected.

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Record ID: SOM-F068E8
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Somerset
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A Roman copper-alloy radiate of Victorinus dating to the period AD 269 to 271 (Reece Period 13). SALVS AVG reverse type depicting Salus standing right feeding snake in arms. Gaul Mint II. Cunetio p. 150; ref. 2567. This coin has suffered some small losses all around its circumference.
Created on: Monday 16th December 2013
Last updated: Monday 16th December 2013
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Record ID: SOM-F07AA5
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Somerset
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A Roman copper-alloy radiate of uncertain Gallic ruler, either Victorinus or Tetricus I, dating to the period AD 269 to 274 (Reece Period 13). Unclear reverse type depicting a standing figure. Mint unclear.
Created on: Monday 16th December 2013
Last updated: Monday 16th December 2013
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Somerton CP', grid reference and parish protected.

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Record ID: SOM-F0A145
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Somerset
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete Roman copper-alloy radiate of uncertain 3rd-century ruler, dating to the period AD 260 to 275 (Reece Period 13). Unclear reverse type depicting a standing figure. Mint unclear. Around a quarter of the flan has been broken off and lost in antiquity.
Created on: Monday 16th December 2013
Last updated: Monday 16th December 2013
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Record ID: SOM-F10141
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Somerset
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A Roman copper-alloy nummus of the House of Constantine dating to the period AD 348 to 350 (Reece period 18). FEL TEMP REPARATIO reverse type depicting a phoenix standing right on globe. Mint unclear.
Created on: Monday 16th December 2013
Last updated: Monday 16th December 2013
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Record ID: SOM-F18176
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Somerset
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A Roman copper-alloy nummus of the House of Constantine dating to the period AD 348 to 350 (Reece period 18). FEL TEMP REPARATIO reverse type depicting a phoenix standing right on globe. Mint of Trier. RIC VIII, p. 154; cf. nos. 231-237
Created on: Monday 16th December 2013
Last updated: Monday 16th December 2013
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Record ID: SOM-F193F6
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Somerset
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A Roman copper-alloy nummus of the House of Valentinian dating to the period AD 364 to 378 (Reece period 19). GLORIA ROMANORVM reverse type depicting emperor advancing right with standard in left hand, dragging captive with right. Mint unclear.
Created on: Monday 16th December 2013
Last updated: Monday 16th December 2013
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Record ID: SOM-F1A445
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Somerset
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A Roman copper-alloy nummus of the House of Valentinian dating to the period AD 364 to 378 (Reece period 19). SECVRITAS REI PVBLICAE reverse type depicting Victory advancing left with wreath and palm. Mint unclear. This coin has suffered two losses to its circumference.
Created on: Monday 16th December 2013
Last updated: Monday 16th December 2013
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Record ID: SOM-F1B746
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Somerset
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A Roman copper-alloy nummus of uncertain 4th-century ruler dating to the period AD 330 to 402 (Reece period 17-21). Uncertain reverse type. Mint unclear.
Created on: Monday 16th December 2013
Last updated: Monday 16th December 2013
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Record ID: SOM-02F731
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Somerset
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete Roman copper-alloy nummus of the House of Valentinian dating to the period AD 364 to 375 (Reece period 19). SECVRITAS REI PVBLICAE reverse type depicting Victory advancing left with wreath and palm. Mint of Arles or Lyon. This coin has suffered two significant losses; only just over half of the original flan remains.
Created on: Tuesday 17th December 2013
Last updated: Tuesday 17th December 2013
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Record ID: SOM-0335B1
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Somerset
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A Roman copper-alloy nummus of the House of Valentinian dating to the period AD 364 to 378 (Reece period 19). Probably GLORIA ROMANORVM reverse type probably depicting emperor advancing right with standard in left hand, dragging captive with right. Mint unclear. This coin has some small losses all around its circumference.
Created on: Tuesday 17th December 2013
Last updated: Tuesday 17th December 2013
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Somerton CP', grid reference and parish protected.

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Record ID: SOM-0352D7
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Somerset
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A Roman copper-alloy radiate of Tetricus I dating to the period AD 271 to 274 (Reece Period 13). Possible Salus reverse type depicting Salus standing left. Probably Gaul Mint I. Normanby p. 196; cf. ref. 1492/1495. This coin has suffered some small losses at its circumference.
Created on: Tuesday 17th December 2013
Last updated: Tuesday 17th December 2013
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Record ID: SOM-036B41
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Somerset
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A Roman copper-alloy radiate of Tetricus I dating to the period AD 271 to 274 (Reece Period 13). SPES PVBLICA reverse type depicting Spes advancing left, holding flower and skirt. Gaul Mint I. Normanby p. 195; ref. 1456 passim
Created on: Tuesday 17th December 2013
Last updated: Tuesday 17th December 2013
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Record ID: SOM-0381F4
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Somerset
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An irregular Roman copper-alloy (barbarous) radiate possibly copying Tetricus II dating to the period c. AD 275-285 (Reece period 14). Uncertain reverse type depicting a standing figure. Mint uncertain. The flan is of irregular form.
Created on: Tuesday 17th December 2013
Last updated: Tuesday 17th December 2013
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Record ID: SOM-039B23
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Somerset
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An irregular Roman copper-alloy (barbarous) radiate copying uncertain 3rd-century ruler dating to the period c. AD 275-285 (Reece period 14). Uncertain reverse type depicting a standing figure. Mint uncertain. The flan is of very small module.
Created on: Tuesday 17th December 2013
Last updated: Tuesday 17th December 2013
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Somerton CP', grid reference and parish protected.