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29.07.2021
Ceramic jug This nearly complete medieval jug, likely from the 14th century, was discovered during excavations conducted by the Archaeology Section of the Winchester Museum at Evans Halshaw Garage (now Silchester Place) on Hyde Street in Winchester, Hampshire, in 2000. The frequent discovery of...
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28.07.2021
Silver-gilt strap end fitting This small decorative object from the 10th century AD, discovered by a metal detector in Warnford, Hampshire, in 2005, is a fascinating piece of art from the late Anglo-Saxon period. While the object is already incomplete, it still showcases an intriguing three-dimensional depiction...
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27.07.2021
Decorated bone spoon This spoon, dating back to the early 11th century AD during the Anglo-Saxon era, was discovered during archaeological excavations at Westgate Park, Winchester, Hampshire, in 1951. It was found on the site of Queen Elizabeth II's court. The spoon features an elongated shallow bowl...
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26.07.2021
Winchester Art Style Anglo-Saxon art experienced a flourishing period in the century leading up to the Norman Conquest of 1066. Its roots trace back to the late ninth century when King Alfred initiated a program of religious revival and learning. He believed this was necessary to counter what he perceived...
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25.07.2021
Knife handle This elaborately carved handle, dating back to the medieval period from the 13th to the 15th century, was discovered during excavations conducted by the archaeology department of the Winchester Museum Service. The find site was a field located east of Wickham Square, opposite St....
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24.07.2021
Copper alloy and iron stylus This iron stylus from the Roman era dates back to approximately 180-220 AD. It was discovered during excavations conducted by the archaeological section of the Winchester Museum Service on Victoria Road, Winchester, in the mid to late 1970s. This stylus is a fine example of the tools...
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23.07.2021
Silver thimble This thimble, which dates back to the Stuart period in the mid to late 17th century AD, was discovered with a metal detector in Bishop's Waltham, Hampshire, in 2001. The thimble features several interesting details. It bears the maker's mark in the form of the letter...
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22.07.2021
Silver seal matrix The artifact you describe is a personal or pocket seal from the Stuart era, dating back to the 17th century AD. It was discovered with a metal detector in Denmead, Hampshire, in 2006. These pocket seals were designed to be hung on a short chain or ribbon and carried in a small pocket...
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21.07.2021
Group of coins and other objects The discovery of these objects, dating to the post-medieval period, sheds light on a mysterious burial found during an excavation conducted by Wessex Archaeology at Pinglestone Farm, Old Alresford, in 1997. The artifacts were found in close proximity to the body of a man buried under...
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20.07.2021
Copper alloy knife handle (Ringerike Style) This unusual copper alloy knife handle dates back to the first half of the 11th century AD and belongs to the Anglo-Scandinavian period. It was discovered with the assistance of a metal detector near Winchester, Hampshire. What sets this knife handle apart is its distinctive...
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