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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 corroded closed. The remains of an integral suspension loop (width:12.63mm, thickness:3.61mm) projects from the apex of the upper dome.The upper hemisphere is decorated with a geometric petal design, this is damaged. The lower hemisphere is decorated with convergent straight lines, running from circumference to sound slit.The lower hemisphere has a long, thin sound slit with circular holes at the ends.The inner iron ball (clapper) is corroded within the bell.Measurements: Diameter 30.60mm, height, 32.65mm, wall thickness 1.85mm, weight 33.81g.
Original Image | Publisher: | http://finds.org.uk | Source: | Portable Antiquities | Identifier: | https://finds.org.uk/database/artefacts/ | Go to resource |
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