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In form and appearance it is similar to a number of silver ingots found in Viking-Age hoards in Britain and Scandinavia. Gold ingots are, however, immensely rare, and it is perhaps only the fourth known from England.: CM.951-2000

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Current Location: Gallery 32 (Rothschild)

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In form and appearance it is similar to a number of silver ingots found in Viking-Age hoards in Britain and Scandinavia. Gold ingots are, however, immensely rare, and it is perhaps only the fourth known from England.

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Gold ingot, probably Viking, 9th/10th century, cast ingot; 39.5mm long, 10.5mm wide, 7.5mm deep (max), 38.57g, 77% gold (SG). Found by Mr Tim Jackson with a metal detector at Fenstanton, Cambs., 31 August 1999; declared Treasure at an Inquest held on 6 July 2000 (see Treasure Annual Report 1998-99, no. 82).

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History note: Under Review

Acquisition and important dates

Method of acquisition: Bought (2000-11-20) by Department of Culture, Media and Sport

Components of the work

Object composed of gold Weight 38.57 g

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Accession number: CM.951-2000
Primary reference Number: 266561
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Created: Friday 13 November 2020 Updated: Thursday 7 December 2023 Last processed: Friday 8 December 2023

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

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