441 Moroccan gold dinars and two European copper coins. Provides tangible evidence of a flourishing trade that was taking place between England, the Low Countries and Morocco from the mid 16th century.
More information
Title of artwork, date
Coins from the Salcombe Treasure, 1634–1636
Date supported
1999
Medium and material
Gold; copper
Grant
10000
Total cost
99000
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