Shield Boss

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Date:1300 - 1400 (c.)

Description:This Anglo Saxon shield boss was excavated on the west side of Napton Hill, Warwickshire. The shield boss was found with a burial and a sword during quarrying operations. The shild boss protruded about 18 cm from the front of a shield.

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War & Armed Forces Religious & Ceremonial Sites Napton Hill Metalwork Leamington Spa Art Gallery & Museum Archaeology Archaeological Anglo-Saxon

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Donor ref:LEAMG : M1079.1927.1 (59/12275)

Source: Leamington Spa Art Gallery and Museum

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