Find Spot record MDR15425 - Inscribed lead pig, Matlock Bank, Matlock Town
Type and Period (1)
- FINDSPOT (Roman - 43 AD to 409 AD)
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Full Description
An inscribed lead pig was found at c. SK 30 61 (Matlock Bank) in 1783 just below the surface during agricultural improvements. It was found close to a 'bole' of large flat stones. The face of the lead pig was inscribed 'L.ARVCONI.VERECVND.METAL.LVTVD'. (1)
Sources/Archives (1)
- <1> SDR23288 Article in serial: Barnatt, J. 1999. 'Prehistoric and Roman mining in the Peak District- present knowledge and future research', Mining History: The Bulletin of the Peak District Mines Historical Society. p. 24.
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Location
| Grid reference | SK 3000 6100 (point) |
|---|---|
| Civil Parish | MATLOCK TOWN, DERBYSHIRE DALES, DERBYSHIRE |
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Record last edited
May 10 2022 1:25PM