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Description: | A complete cast copper alloy crotal bell of Post-Medieval or Modern date (1600-1850 AD). The bell is spherical and is comprised of two hemispherical domes with a raised join around its circumference. The top hemisphere has two oval sound holes and has a square suspension loop projecting from the top with an oval suspension loop hole. The curve of the bell continues under the loop aperture suggesting it was made using a detachable 'sprue-piece'; this method was introduced in the 17th century. The lower hemisphere has a long sound slit and is decorated with the sunburst design that is typical of these bells. There is no visible makers mark. The iron pea is still present within the bell. The bell is 32.0mm in diameter across the centre and 41.9mm long including the loop; the loop is 11.9mm wide and 6.3mm thick. The bell weighs 36.57 grams and is jade green in colour with visible patina covering most of the object. These bells were used on animal harnesses, either singularly or in groups on horse or oxen harnesses. For a similar example from Sussex see: SUSS-991CE5.
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