Monument record BUR 016 - Findspot of a Medieval zinc/brass alloy seal ring.
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Summary
"Seal ring of zinc/brass alloy, hoed up in a field near Burgate Church (a few years ago)".
Location
| Grid reference | Centred TM 081 756 (100m by 100m) Approximate |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | TM07NE |
| Civil Parish | BURGATE, MID SUFFOLK, SUFFOLK |
Map
Type and Period (1)
Full Description
"Seal ring of zinc/brass alloy, hoed up in a field near Burgate Church (a few years ago)". "Seal consists of a mythical crowned bird with initials W (or M) and T (or L). The ring is split open at the shank". Dated to C15 by BM. Purchased from H B Baker, Great Green, Burgate (S1).
Cited map reference, TM 082 756 approximately, is partially in churchyard. TM 081 756 used as central to adjoining field.
Sources/Archives (1)
- <S1> SSF50070 Index: Ipswich Museum. IPSMG card. IPSMG, card 1974-151, 1974.
Finds (1)
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
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Related Events/Activities (0)
Record last edited
Jun 24 2013 11:43AM