NHER 14757 (Monument record) - Medieval coin hoard from behind the King's Head

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Summary

During the 19th century a medieval coin hoard was found behind the King's Head. It comprised a jug inside which were over 300 silver coins, all of which were minted during the reign of Edward III. One coin was of David II of Scotland.

Protected Status/Designation

  • None recorded

Location

Map sheet TF81NE
Civil Parish LITCHAM, BRECKLAND, NORFOLK

Before 14 April 1837.
Said to have been found at rear of King's Head in Litcham by [1].
Medieval coin hoard in jug, possibly Grimston ware. About 300 silver coins. Temp Edward III.
See (S1).
E. Rose (NAU), 20 April 1979.

For full coin list and details see file.
See file for discussion on location.

  • --- Collection: Norfolk Historic Environment Record Staff. 1975-[2000]. HER Record Notes. Norfolk Historic Environment Service.
  • --- Record Card: NAU Staff. 1974-1988. Norfolk Archaeological Index Primary Record Card.
  • --- Secondary File: Secondary File.
  • <S1> Serial: Woodward. 1837-8. Correspondence. p 36.
  • COIN (Medieval - 1066 AD to 1539 AD)
  • COIN HOARD (Medieval - 1066 AD to 1539 AD)
  • JUG (Medieval - 1066 AD to 1539 AD)

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Record last edited

May 4 2006 11:52AM

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