Find Spot record 7540 - Post Medieval Crotal Bell from Hatherton
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Summary
A post medieval copper alloy crotal bell. These bells were attached to horse drawn vehicles to warn other road users of their approach. The bell is spherical and has an engraved petal like pattern.
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Full Description
<1> Portable Antiquities Scheme, Various, Portable Antiquities Data Import, LVPL-85BA93 (Digital Archive). SCH5212.
Post medieval copper alloy crotal bell. The bell is spherical and comprises of two hemispherical domes. A raised median ridge seperates the two halves. There is an sub-circular attachment loop at the top. In the lower hemispheres two holes are joined by a slot. It has an engraved petal like pattern.
<2> The British Museum, Portable Antiquities Scheme Online Database, LVPL-85BA93 (Web Site). SCH5176.
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Location
| Grid reference | SJ 68 47 (point) Approximate Position |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | SJ64NE |
| Civil Parish | HATHERTON, CREWE AND NANTWICH, CHESHIRE EAST |
| Historic Township/Parish/County | HATHERTON, WYBUNBURY, CHESHIRE |
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Record last edited
Mar 22 2024 1:40PM