Findspot record TR 34 SW 165 - Early-medieval fitments discovered in Anglo Saxon graves, possibly from Priory Hill, Dover.

Summary

An interesting series of objects were found within Anglo Saxon graves in Dover. The objects include 4 certain strap ends, one of which is highly decorative, other objects within the collection have an uncertain use but again are highly decorative and were likely used for personal ornamentation, possibly on belts as they possess on their reverses rivets by which they were fastened to the leather. Their exact location is unknown but Anglo Saxon Graves are known to exist on Priory Hill in Dover. (location accurate to the nearest 100m based on available information)

Location

Grid reference TR 3132 4172 (point) Estimated from sources
Map sheet TR34SW
County KENT
District DOVER, KENT
Civil Parish DOVER, DOVER, KENT

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Full Description

<1> G. Payne, 1894, Proceedings of the Society of Antiquaries of London. Thursday 10th of May 1894. Vol 15, PSA 2 15 1893-5 178-181 (G Payne) (Article in serial). SKE32128.

Sources/Archives (1)

  • <1> Article in serial: G. Payne. 1894. Proceedings of the Society of Antiquaries of London. Thursday 10th of May 1894. Vol 15. Vol. 15 pp. 178-181. PSA 2 15 1893-5 178-181 (G Payne).

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Record last edited

Apr 3 2023 1:07PM