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Medieval artefacts: CM.536-2012

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Fragment of a gold ingot, possibly early medieval, 12.8 x 7.3 x 6.1 mm, 3.79g, c. 57% gold (from specific gravity analysis). Found at Birch, Essex in March 2011 (PAS: ESS-33FA54) and disclaimed as treasure under the Treasure Act 1996.

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History note: Under Review

Acquisition and important dates

Method of acquisition: Given (2012-04-30) by Crisler, Brad Cotterell, Nicolas

Components of the work

Object composed of gold

Identification numbers

Accession number: CM.536-2012
Primary reference Number: 247513
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Created: Monday 7 September 2020 Updated: Wednesday 19 May 2021 Last processed: Tuesday 13 June 2023

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

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