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Description: | TREASURE CASE 2009 T365 Post Medieval silver bell Date of Discovery: 23rd March 2009Circumstances of discovery: Whilst searching with a metal detectorDate: 16th century Finder: Description: Damaged and incomplete Post Medieval silver bell. The upper hemisphere is decorated, possibly with a foliate design, however this is unclear due to damage. The suspension loop at its apex is missing. The lower hemisphere is undecorated and has a sound slot along its length. The bell has been crushed and distorted; in its current condition it measures 16.21mm by 13.13mm, is 10.95mm thick and weighs 1.24 grams. Discussion: Similar bells have been dated as probably 16th Century, see 2008 T576. They may have been utilized in hawking, falconry or on animal collars. Disposition: Disclaimed The object contains a minimum of 10% silver and is over 300 years old. Consequently it qualifies as Treasure under the stipulations of the Treasure Act 1996 in terms of both age and precious metal content. Laura McLean Finds Liaison Officer, Essex. Colchester & Ipswich Museum Service. July 2009
Original Image | Publisher: | http://finds.org.uk | Source: | Portable Antiquities | Identifier: | http://finds.org.uk/database/artefacts/r... | Go to resource |
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