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Description: | A complete cast copper alloy crotal bell. The bell is divided into two hemispheres by a prominent ridge which runs around the centre of the bell. The upper hemisphere is undecorated and houses two large sound holes. A loop extends up from the top of the upper hemisphere. The loop is square and pierced. The lower hemisphere houses the large sound slot. The remains of the iron pea survive inside the bell. The lower hemisphere appears to be undecorated, but very faint and worn lines can be seen which could represent the sun burst design. The metal survives in a very good, smooth condition. It is a dark greyish-green colour. The bell has been coated in a black paint or lacquer. Crotal bells date to the 17th - 18th century. | Source: | Portable Antiquities | Creator: | Andrews-Wilson, Liz - Portable Antiquities Scheme | Identifier: | http://www.findsdatabase.org.uk/hms/pas_... | Language: | en-GB | Go to resource |
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