Find Spot record 662/0/0 - Unlocated, Unstratified Medieval Find

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Summary

A handle of a medieval jug

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Type and Period (1)

Full Description

{1} The handle of a medieval jug with stamped lettering on it was found in Abthorpe village in 1964.

{2} Further description and discussion of the find. The lettering on it appears to be part of a protective inscription against evil and witchcraft.


<1> Royal Commission on The Historical Monuments of England, 1982, An Inventory of The Historical Monuments in The County of Northampton, p.1 (checked) (Series). SNN77382.

<2> DUNNING G.C., 1967, Late Medieval Jugs With Lettering, 11/233-41 (checked) (Article). SNN75898.

Sources/Archives (2)

  • <1> Series: Royal Commission on The Historical Monuments of England. 1982. An Inventory of The Historical Monuments in The County of Northampton. 4. HMSO. p.1 (checked).
  • <2> Article: DUNNING G.C.. 1967. Late Medieval Jugs With Lettering. MEDIEVAL ARCHAEOLOGY. 11. SOCIETY FOR MEDIEVAL ARCH. 11/233-41 (checked).

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Location

Grid reference SP 649 465 (point) Central
Civil Parish ABTHORPE, West Northamptonshire (formerly South Northants District)

Protected Status/Designation

Other Statuses/References

  • None recorded

Record last edited

Jan 31 2025 9:47AM

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