Find Spot record 2360 - Roman Findspot in Alvanley
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Summary
Roman bronze fibula. A fibula is a type of brooch with a hinged or sprung pin. They were used as clothes fastenings in roman times by men and women.
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Type and Period (1)
Full Description
Bronze fibula, Polden Hill, Collingwood Type E. Incomplete; present length c.2.64cm. A little eroded but decorated on upper part of wings with incised lines and hatching. Axis and upper part of hinge pin intact. Lower part of bow with catch plate now lost (1).
<1> Grosvenor Museum, Grosvenor Museum Accessions (Index). SCH407.
Sources/Archives (1)
- <1> SCH407 Index: Grosvenor Museum. Grosvenor Museum Accessions.
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Location
| Grid reference | SJ 500 738 (point) 8 Figure Ref |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | SJ57SW |
| Civil Parish | ALVANLEY, VALE ROYAL, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER |
| Historic Township/Parish/County | ALVANLEY, FRODSHAM, CHESHIRE |
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Record last edited
Sep 2 2009 4:44PM