Find Spot record 7293 - Horseman's axe found at Crewe Works

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Summary

Horseman's hammer discovered on the 25th November 1892 during the extension of Crewe Works.

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Full Description

<1> Various, Written Communication to the HER, Dobson, K 25/10/2013 (Written Communication). SCH3756.

A horseman's hammer dated to 1480 and believed to have been found on the 25th November 1892 at Crewe Works.

<2> Various, Written Communication to the HER, Allen, B 11/10/2013 (Written Communication). SCH3756.

Battle axe or horseman's hammer discovered on the 25th November 1892 during the extension of Crewe Works westwards from Flag Lane Bridge.

<3> Various, Various, Oral communication to the HER, Edwards R 28/10/2013 (Oral Communication). SCH2330.

Probably more correctly referred to as a Horseman's axe. Includes hammer (rear) and spike (top) and has a metal haft.

Sources/Archives (3)

  • <1> Written Communication: Various. Written Communication to the HER. Dobson, K 25/10/2013.
  • <2> Written Communication: Various. Written Communication to the HER. Allen, B 11/10/2013.
  • <3> Oral Communication: Various. Various. Oral communication to the HER. Edwards R 28/10/2013.

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Location

Grid reference SJ 69 56 (point) Approximate Position
Map sheet SJ65NE
Civil Parish CREWE NON PARISH AREA, CREWE AND NANTWICH, CHESHIRE EAST
Historic Township/Parish/County MONKS COPPENHALL, COPPENHALL, CHESHIRE

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Record last edited

May 3 2023 11:32AM