Medieval History
Over 239 finds dating back from the Bronze Age to the medieval period were unveiled this week as the annual Treasure Trove Report was presented to the Scottish Parliament. Discoveries include a silver seal matrix from the 12th century, a Roman eagle head and a complete set of trade weights from the 18th century.
Created by the Scottish government?s Queen?s and Lord Treasurer?s Remembrancer office, the report covers the period 1 April 2011 ? 31 March 2012. It deals with archaeological finds within Scotland where the items were presented for a public evaluation.
According to the Treasure Trove report, 152 artefacts were claimed by the government and gifted to museums, while 87 were returned to finders. Those who had to give their fnds to museums were rewarded with a combined £36,535, with individual pay-outs ranging from £15 to £6,000.
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Medieval History
Medieval finds uncovered in Scotland?s Treasure Trove Report
Over 239 finds dating back from the Bronze Age to the medieval period were unveiled this week as the annual Treasure Trove Report was presented to the Scottish Parliament. Discoveries include a silver seal matrix from the 12th century, a Roman eagle head and a complete set of trade weights from the 18th century.
Created by the Scottish government?s Queen?s and Lord Treasurer?s Remembrancer office, the report covers the period 1 April 2011 ? 31 March 2012. It deals with archaeological finds within Scotland where the items were presented for a public evaluation.
According to the Treasure Trove report, 152 artefacts were claimed by the government and gifted to museums, while 87 were returned to finders. Those who had to give their fnds to museums were rewarded with a combined £36,535, with individual pay-outs ranging from £15 to £6,000.
Click here to read this article from Medievalists.net
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