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Denarius: CM.135-1977

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Object information

Current Location: In storage

Maker(s)

Ruler: Vespasian (AD 69-79)
State: Roman Empire
Mint: Rome

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Notes

History note: Found at Barway, Ely, Cambs., 1958; purchased under Treasure Trove law.

Measurements and weight

Weight: 3.22 g

Place(s) associated

  • Rome

Acquisition and important dates

Method of acquisition: Bought (1977-11-28) by British Museum, trustees of the

Dating

70 - 72

Materials used in production

Silver

Techniques used in production

Struck

Identification numbers

Accession number: CM.135-1977
Primary reference Number: 146776
BMC: 2.10.55
RIC: 2.19.36
Ordering: RI-0504
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Audit data

Created: Saturday 6 August 2011 Updated: Wednesday 15 July 2020 Last processed: Friday 8 December 2023

Associated departments & institutions

Owner or interested party: The Fitzwilliam Museum
Associated department: Coins and Medals

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