NHER 23155 (Find Spot record) - Medieval lead seal matrix
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Summary
Metal detecting here in 1986 recovered a lead seal matrix. The device was of Maria, possibly crowned, and was accompanied by blackletter script.
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Location
| Map sheet | TF60SE |
|---|---|
| Civil Parish | WEREHAM, WEST NORFOLK, NORFOLK |
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Full Description
September 1986. Arable field. Metal detector find.
Lead seal matrix 2.7cm diameter, with long thin handle. Probably originally straight but now bent to U-shape.
Device Maria cypher, possibly crowned, blackletter script.
Held by KLM, formerly by member of the public [1].
E. M. James (KLM) 20 October 1986.
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)
- SEAL (Medieval - 1066 AD to 1539 AD)
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Record last edited
Sep 4 2007 11:44AM