Find Spot record HWT 043 - Findspot of a 13th or 14th century ring brooch.
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Summary
Findspot of a 13th or 14th century ring brooch found during metal detecting.
Location
| Grid reference | TM 380 761 (point) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | TM37NE |
| Civil Parish | HALESWORTH, WAVENEY, SUFFOLK |
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Type and Period (1)
Full Description
C.1996: A small gold ring brooch was found during metal detecting. The brooch measured 12mm in diameter and 18mm long to the tip of the projection. The projection is in form of two hands clasped as in prayer and may have once held a semi-precious stone. The outer frame is inscribed ‘AVVE’. Other examples of this type date to the late thirteenth or early fourteenth century (S1).
Sources/Archives (1)
- <S1> SSF57314 Finds Report: Newman, J.. 1996. SCCAS Finds Report: Halesworth Gold Brooch (HWT 043).
Finds (1)
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
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Record last edited
Nov 15 2016 8:40AM