Find Spot record 0/0/310 - Unstratified, Unlocated Saxon Find
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Summary
Bronze and gilt Anglo-Saxon shield disc dated 6th to 7th century. Said to have been found in 1957.
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Type and Period (1)
Full Description
{1} A small bronze-gilt Anglo-Saxon shield disc - 6th to 7th century. Said to have been found in 1957 at Greatworth. In Northampton Museum Accession No D155/1969.
{2} Described as a 'disc brooch' by RCHME.
{3} An Anglo-Saxon gilt-bronze disc brooch was found in 1957, probably in Greatworth. Location: Northampton Museum.
<1> 1974, Journal of the Northampton Museum and Art Gallery (10), 10/18-20 (unchecked) (Journal). SNN9217.
<2> Royal Commission on The Historical Monuments of England, 1982, An Inventory of The Historical Monuments in The County of Northampton, p.65 (checked) (Series). SNN77382.
<3> Ordnance Survey, 1950s/1960s, Ordnance Survey Record Cards, SP54SE9 (unchecked) (Index). SNN443.
Sources/Archives (3)
- <1> SNN9217 Journal: 1974. Journal of the Northampton Museum and Art Gallery (10). Journal of The Northampton Museums & Art Gallery. 10. 10/18-20 (unchecked).
- <2> SNN77382 Series: Royal Commission on The Historical Monuments of England. 1982. An Inventory of The Historical Monuments in The County of Northampton. 4. HMSO. p.65 (checked).
- <3> SNN443 Index: Ordnance Survey. 1950s/1960s. Ordnance Survey Record Cards. Ordnance Survey Record Cards. Ordnance Survey. SP54SE9 (unchecked).
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Location
| Grid reference | SP 45 24 (point) Unknown |
|---|---|
| Civil Parish | GREATWORTH, West Northamptonshire (formerly South Northants District) |
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Other Statuses/References
- NRHE HOB UID: 339391
Record last edited
Feb 2 2024 9:58AM
