MEM24713 - Late 13th Century coin from St Mary Magdalene's Churchyard (Find Spot)

Summary

In 1882 a coin of John Balliol, King of Scotland between 1292 and 1306 was found in the churchyard. This may be connected with Richard Perceval, Rector of Exford 1318 to 1345, whose father fought with Edward I in the Scottish Wars.

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Full Description

In 1882 a coin of John Balliol, King of Scotland between 1292 and 1306 was found in the churchyard. This may be connected with Richard Perceval, Rector of Exford 1318 to 1345, whose father fought with Edward I in the Scottish Wars. [1]

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  • <1> Monograph: Hamilton, C.M.. 1953. A history of Exford. N/A. 1st Edition. 19.

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Location

Grid reference SS 8579 3850 (point)
Map sheet SS83NE
Civil Parish EXFORD, WEST SOMERSET, SOMERSET

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Record last edited

Jul 31 2019 3:11PM

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