Manorial money? Three unusual lead tokens from St Mary Bourne, Hampshire – A.G. Bliss

Lead tokens are widespread finds across Britain, with most dating to the post medieval period. However, despite the relatively large numbers that exist, few can be dated closely or associated definitively with specific individuals. This note discusses a highly unusual group of three identical tokens from St Mary Bourne, Hampshire, presenting evidence for their production by a nearby manor controlled by the Priory of Winchester Cathedral.

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