Norman conquest coin hoard to go on show in Bath before permanent display
A significant grant has been announced to exhibit the Chew Valley Hoard, a collection of 2,584 silver coins discovered by metal detectorists in 2019, which dates back to the period shortly after the Norman conquest nearly 1,000 years ago. The exhibition will take place in Bath, England, before the coins are permanently displayed.
WPN Brief
- What Happened
A significant grant has been announced to exhibit the Chew Valley Hoard, a collection of 2,584 silver coins discovered by metal detectorists in 2019, which dates back to the period shortly after the Norman conquest nearly 1,000 years ago. The exhibition will take place in Bath, England, before the coins are permanently displayed.
- Why It Matters
This development highlights the importance of the Chew Valley Hoard as a valuable historical artifact, providing insight into the political and social turmoil of the time, and enhancing cultural heritage in the West Country of England.