Find Spot record MLI41709 - Roman Brothel Token, Skegness Beach

Summary

A Roman brothel token, found on Skegness Beach. Now thought to be a probable modern copy.

Type and Period (1)

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  • None recorded

Full Description

A Roman brothel token or spintria of the 1st century AD, found on Skegness Beach, near to the pier. The exact find location is not clear. {1} Considerable doubt has been cast upon the authenticity of the token after analysis of photographs taken of the object was conducted. The token does not match any of the known dies for spintriae, and does not have the usual wreath or beaded border, and is consequently thought to be a probable modern copy. {2}

Sources/Archives (2)

  •  Index: Skegness Parish File.
  •  Electronic Communication: Wilding, Denise. 2016. Information from Denise Wilding. -.

Map

Location

Grid reference TF 57 63 (point) Estimated from sources
Civil Parish SKEGNESS, EAST LINDSEY, LINCOLNSHIRE

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Record last edited

Mar 21 2021 8:35PM

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