Cheapside Hoard
Cheapside, London
In 1912 workmen knocking down an old building in Cheapside broke into a box full of jewellery. There were around 500 pieces: rings, chains, gems and a watch set in an emerald.
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- When
- Found 1912
- Where
- 51.5140, -0.0940
- Group
- Lost treasure
Visiting
On display at the Museum of London.
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