Find Spot record MLI80006 - Anglo-Saxon Shield Boss, River Witham
Summary
An Anglo-Saxon shield boss, found in the River Witham at some point between Bardney and Kirkstead. The exact findspot is unknown.
Type and Period (1)
- FINDSPOT (Early Medieval/Dark Age - 600 AD to 699 AD)
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Full Description
A 7th century Anglo-Saxon shield boss was found in the River Witham in 1787-8, at some point between the parishes of Bardney and Kirkstead. The exact findspot is unknown. The boss is of the 'sugar-loaf' type, and is held by Lincoln Museum. {1}{2}{3}
Sources/Archives (3)
- <1> SLI2344 Index: Ordnance Survey. Ordnance Survey Card Index. TF 16 NW: 9.
- <2> SLI4480 Leaflet: A.J. White. 1979. Antiquities From the River Witham, Part 2: Anglo-Saxon and Viking. p.3, no.2.
- <3> SLI8 Artefact: City and County Museum Collection. LM 9758.06.
Map
No mapped location recorded.
Location
| Grid reference | Not recorded |
|---|---|
| County | LINCOLNSHIRE |
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Record last edited
Jan 10 2023 12:17PM
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