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Description: | Treasure Case 2011 T114This is an addendum to Treasure case 2010 T627, recorded on this database as ESS-D92222Circumstances of discovery: Whilst searching with a metal detectorDate of Discovery: December 2010Date: Post Medieval (Deposited in the 17th Century)Description: two post medieval coins dating from the reign of Elizabeth I and James I. See catalogue below for more details.Discussion: The coins are likely to be from the same deposit as 2010 T627, most likely represent a single deposit, maybe the contents of a lost purse. Tudor silver carried on dominating the lesser denominations through the first half of the 17th century. The coins were probably deposited together in the 17th Century. Silver coins of this period were of the sterling standard, over 90% fine metal.The hoard comprises of two or more silver coins and are over 300 years old. Consequently it qualifies as Treasure under the stipulations of the Treasure Act 1996. Disposition: Disclaimed by Colchester and Ipswich MuseumsReport by: Laura McLean: Finds Liaison Officer, Essex. Colchester & Ipswich Museum Service. March 2011
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