NHER 33197 (Find Spot record) - 13th or 14th century copper alloy mount
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Summary
In 1997 a medieval cast copper alloy strip mount was recovered on the surface of a field. The mount was triangular in cross section with a stylised animal head, and is thought to date to the 13th or 14th century.
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Location
| Map sheet | TM28NW |
|---|---|
| Civil Parish | STARSTON, SOUTH NORFOLK, NORFOLK |
Map
Full Description
1997. Stray Find.
Surface find by [1]:
Medieval cast bronze strip mount. Triangular cross section. Squared one end. Other end with stylised animal head and loop round to rear. Three attachment studs. Medieval 13th or 14th century date. Probably belt or box fitting.
V. Fryer (NCM), 7 May 1997.
Associated Sources (0)
Site and Feature Types and Periods (1)
Object Types (2)
- BOX (Medieval - 1066 AD to 1539 AD)
- STRAP FITTING (Medieval - 1066 AD to 1539 AD)
Related NHER Records (0)
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Record last edited
Oct 31 2018 11:00PM