NHER 31650 (Find Spot record) - Medieval key from Dove Cottage, Shepherds Lane
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Summary
In 1995 a medieval copper alloy key was found in the garden of this property. This well-preserved example had an oval openwork bow with a St Andrew's cross in centre.
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Location
| Map sheet | TG12NW |
|---|---|
| Civil Parish | OULTON, BROADLAND, NORFOLK |
Map
Full Description
1995. Found in garden.
Medieval bronze key, hollow stem, oval openwork bow with St Andrew's cross in centre, and projecting knob at top. Moulding at top of shank. Toothed and grooved wards [2].
Polaroid (S1) in file.
W. Milligan (NCM) 30 August 1995.
Associated Sources (2)
Site and Feature Types and Periods (1)
Object Types (1)
- KEY (LOCKING) (Medieval - 1066 AD to 1539 AD)
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Record last edited
Dec 7 2006 10:11AM