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1. Golden Lunular of Thwing.

Author

Evan-Hart, Julian

Subjects
PREHISTORIC goldwork, GOLD jewelry
Abstract

The article informs discovery of a prehistoric gold "lunula" which is a necklace or collar shaped fashioned like a crescent moon made of gold at the village of Thwing, Yorkshire, England.

Published
2015

2. Ancient Harbour Yields Gold.

Author

Paton, John

Subjects
GOLD coins, PREHISTORIC goldwork
Abstract

The article announces hoard of gold coins were discovered at the seabed of Caesarea National Park and Marine Archaeology Unit of the Israel Antiquities Authority retrieved 2000 gold coins dating back more than 1000 years. more...

Published
2015

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3. Local Council Buys Torc.

Subjects
PREHISTORIC goldwork, IRON Age, ANTIQUITIES, GRANTS in aid (Public finance)
Abstract

The article reports on the purchase of a 2,000-year old gold torc by Newark and Sherwood Museums Service in Nottinghamshire, England. The purchase was assisted by a grant from the National Heritage Memorial Fund. It was noted that the torc was a symbol of power and status and this one probably arrived in Newark in the Iron Age as a diplomatic gift. It was declared treasure under the Treasure Act of 1996. more...

Published
2007