Abbotsham hoard of coins
Unknown artist, 16th–17th century

The hoard consists of 435 coins, mainly produced for the 16th and 17th century kings and queens of England, with the exception of two coins for Philip IV of Spain. The hoard includes English coins from the following periods: Edward VI 1550-1553; Mary, 1553-1554; Philip and Mary, 1554-1558; Elizabeth I, 1558-1603; James I, 1603-1625; Charles I, 1625-1649; Commonwealth, 1651-1653; and James I coins minted in Ireland.
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Title of artwork, date
Abbotsham hoard of coins, 16th–17th century
Date supported
2003
Medium and material
Gold & silver
Grant
3375
Total cost
9000

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