Find Spot record MAB49297 - MONTROSE BEACH
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Summary
Token, possibly commemorative 17th/18th century, perhaps with the Pope's head, discovered on Montrose Beach in 1992.
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Map
Location
| Grid reference | Centred NO 7200 5700 (40m by 40m) Location only - Point |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | NO75NW |
| Civil Parish | Montrose |
| Authority | Angus |
Type and Period (1)
Full Description
Token, possibly commemorative 17th/18th century, perhaps with the Pope's head, discovered on Montrose Beach in 1992. It was retained by the finder.
Benvie, R, 1992, Discovery and Excavation, Scotland, 71 (Bibliographic reference). SAB11347.
SUAT, 1999, Historic Montrose:the archaeological implications, 32 (Bibliographic reference). SAB3342.
TOKEN
Other Statuses/References
- Authority: ANG;
- NMR Card Number: NO75NW93;
- NRHE Numlink: 83470;
- Old Historic Environment Record Ref: NO75NW0093;
External Links (1)
- https://www.trove.scot/place/83470 (trove.scot link)
Sources/Archives (2)
Finds (1)
Related Monuments/Buildings (0)
Related Events/Activities (0)
Record last edited
Nov 18 2025 2:24PM
