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Record ID: HAMP208
Object type: COIN WEIGHT
Broad period: EARLY MEDIEVAL
County: Hampshire
Workflow stage: Published
A lead alloy trial piece, or a coin weight, stamped with coinage dies. The surface of the piece is worn, but it appears to have been struck from the same dies as BMC II, pg. 448, no. 1441 and BM CM 1915, 5-7 2568 (ex. Morgam, ex. Evans, ex. Chancton). The function of the piece is not totally clear. It could represent a trial piece for new dies, struck in lead before the commencement of the silver coinage. This seems particularly plausible since the coin was found so close to Winchester, and was struck with Winchester dies. However, the piece is quite thick and heavy and it seems quest…
Created on: Tuesday 12th October 1999
Last updated: Wednesday 8th December 2021
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'HAMPSHIRE WINCHESTER', grid reference and parish protected.