Findspot record TQ 76 NE 62 - Bronze sword, Chatham Reach

Summary

Bronze sword found in the River medway at Chatham Reach in 1871. Unique as had been formed by joining the tang of a Hallstatt sword to a butt and blade of the native Ewart type. Complete, and in fine condition; find is in the British Museum.

Location

Grid reference TQ 7565 6900 (point) Estimated from sources
Map sheet TQ76NE
Civil Parish ROCHESTER & CHATHAM, MEDWAY, KENT
County KENT
Unitary Authority MEDWAY

Map

Type and Period (1)

Full Description

<1> PPS 33 1967 449 (JD Cowen) (OS Card Reference). SKE48592.

Sources/Archives (1)

  • <1>XY OS Card Reference: PPS 33 1967 449 (JD Cowen). [Mapped feature: #22033 find, ]

Finds (1)

Protected Status/Designation

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Record last edited

Jul 21 2021 4:45PM