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Description: | An incomplete worn cast copper-alloy Post Medieval (c.1500-1800) bell. The bell comprises two hemispherical domes divided horizontally by a circumferential ridge. The upper hemisphere has two circular sound holes, one is damaged and connects with the sound slit, the missing piece was loose within the bell. An integral suspension loop projects from the apex of the upper dome, with drilled and bevelled hole and bevelled sides. Both hemispheres are decorated with geometric six petal design. The lower hemisphere has a long, thin sound slit with circular holes at the ends. (upper image)The inner iron ball or clapper is broken into two parts and is corroded. (lower image)Measurements: diameter 26.88mm, overall height 26.35, weight:20.89g., thickness of wall:1.59mmloop - height:11.55mm, width:10.85mm, thickness:3.91mm
Original Image | Publisher: | http://finds.org.uk | Source: | Portable Antiquities | Identifier: | https://finds.org.uk/database/artefacts/ | Go to resource |
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