NHER 21905 (Find Spot record) - Medieval to post medieval book clasp
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Summary
A medieval to post medieval book clasp was found by metal detecting at this spot.
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Location
| Map sheet | TF72SW |
|---|---|
| Civil Parish | CONGHAM, WEST NORFOLK, NORFOLK |
Map
Full Description
October 1985. Part of large scatter NHER 3565.
Copper alloy book clasp, length 12.2cm, flared at end, max width 4.8cm. Width at hinge 2.4cm. Incised linear design with circle in middle and three circles punched out at wide end, above three pegs (one missing leaving a hole).
E. M. James (KLM), 12 October 1985.
Associated Sources (1)
- --- SNF57722 Record Card: NAU Staff. 1974-1988. Norfolk Archaeological Index Primary Record Card.
Site and Feature Types and Periods (1)
Object Types (1)
- BOOK FITTING (Medieval to 19th Century - 1066 AD to 1900 AD)
Related NHER Records (1)
Record last edited
Mar 11 2025 8:28AM