Find Spot record 15755 - Metal Detecting Find from Church Lawton

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Summary

A cast copper alloy fragment from a dagger guard dating to the sixteenth century.

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Full Description

<1> Portable Antiquities Scheme, Various, Portable Antiquities Data Import, LVPL-7A5C85 (Digital Archive). SCH5212.

A cast copper alloy fragment from a dagger guard dating to the sixteenth century. The fragment is a semi-circular projection which stops the thumb from slipping onto the blade. The upper face is decorated with four grooves. It has a dark green patina and is in fair condition. Similar examples which can be found on the PAS database are SUR-E5B990 and LEIC-7E3373 (see 2).

<2> The British Museum, Portable Antiquities Scheme Online Database, SUR-E5B990 & LEIC-7E3373 (Web Site). SCH5176.

<3> The British Museum, Portable Antiquities Scheme Online Database, LVPL-7A5C85 (Web Site). SCH5176.

Sources/Archives (3)

  • <1>XY Digital Archive: Portable Antiquities Scheme. Various. Portable Antiquities Data Import. LVPL-7A5C85. [Mapped feature: #35627 LVPL-7A5C85]
  • <2> Web Site: The British Museum. Portable Antiquities Scheme Online Database. www.findsdatabase.org.uk. SUR-E5B990 & LEIC-7E3373.
  • <3> Web Site: The British Museum. Portable Antiquities Scheme Online Database. www.findsdatabase.org.uk. LVPL-7A5C85.

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Location

Grid reference SJ 81 55 (point)
Map sheet SJ85NW
Historic Township/Parish/County CHURCH LAWTON, CHURCH LAWTON, CHESHIRE
Civil Parish CHURCH LAWTON, CONGLETON, CHESHIRE EAST

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Record last edited

Jan 9 2023 1:37PM