NHER 39573 (Find Spot record) - Roman key
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Summary
A Roman copper alloy handle from a key was found by a metal detectorist.
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Location
| Map sheet | TG40SW |
|---|---|
| Civil Parish | FREETHORPE, BROADLAND, NORFOLK |
Map
Full Description
Some years ago.
Roman copper alloy handle from key, shank with central triple ribbed transvers moulding, one end flares to (empty) rectangular sectioned socket, the other end bifurcates with central loop between two curving palm leaves, central casting seam around outside edge, 48 x 51mm.
Identified by S. J. Ashley (NLA).
A. Rogerson (NLA), 21 July 2003.
Associated Sources (3)
Site and Feature Types and Periods (1)
Object Types (1)
- KEY (LOCKING) (Roman - 43 AD to 409 AD)
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Record last edited
Jun 27 2025 8:41AM