Monument record MLI30558 - Roman Cremation and Coin Hoard, Harlaxton
Summary
A Roman cremation and 3rd century coin hoard, found at Harlaxton in c.1740. The exact findspot is unknown.
Type and Period (1)
- CREMATION BURIAL (Roman - 270 AD? to 299 AD?)
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Full Description
An urn containing cremated bones, together with coins of Gallienus and Claudius Gothicus (253 - 270 AD) was found at Harlaxton in c.1740. The exact findspot is unknown. {1}{2}{3}
Coins of other emperors were reportedly found in the hoard, along with a seal inscribed 'SIGILLUM COMITATUS CANTABUDIPAE'. {4}{5}
Sources/Archives (5)
- <1> SLI841 Bibliographic Reference: Camden, W.. 1806. Britannia (Gough's 2nd Edition). -.
- <2> SLI323 Article in Serial: C.W. Phillips. 1935. 'The Present State of Archaeology in Lincolnshire: Part 2' in the Archaeological Journal. vol.91, p.168.
- <3> SLI2881 Index: Lincolnshire County Council. Sites and Monuments Record Card Index. SK 83 SE: D.
- <4> SLI2344 Index: Ordnance Survey. Ordnance Survey Card Index. SK 83 SE: 25.
- <5> SLI15898 Bibliographic Reference: Anne S. Robertson. 2000. An Inventory of Romano-British Coin Hoards. no.541, p.123.
Map
No mapped location recorded.
Location
| Grid reference | Not recorded |
|---|---|
| Civil Parish | HARLAXTON, SOUTH KESTEVEN, LINCOLNSHIRE |
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Record last edited
Mar 21 2021 8:35PM
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