NHER 24992 (Find Spot record) - 13th century dog figurine
The Norfolk Heritage Explorer is a filtered version of the Norfolk HER intended for casual research. Please contact us to consult the full record.
See also further guidance on using the Norfolk Heritage Explorer website.
Summary
Metal detecting recovered a 13th century gilt copper alloy dog figurine with a spike for attachment at this site.
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Location
| Map sheet | TG01SW |
|---|---|
| Civil Parish | DEREHAM, BRECKLAND, NORFOLK |
Map
Full Description
November 1988. Metal detecting.
Gilt copper alloy 'dog' 'in the round' with spike for attachment. 13th century. British Museum and Museum of London have seen something similar but don't know what its for.
See (S1).
Identified by S. Margeson (NCM) 6 December 1988.
W. Milligan (NCM), 30 November 1988.
Associated Sources (1)
- <S1> SNF51667 Photograph: NCC Find Identification and Recording Service. c. 1975-2000. HES Find Polaroid Collection. HES Find Polaroid Collection. polaroid. black and white.
Site and Feature Types and Periods (1)
Object Types (1)
- FIGURINE (Medieval - 1066 AD to 1539 AD)
Related NHER Records (0)
Record last edited
Mar 14 2022 11:25AM