Record ID: WILT-117235
Object type: RAPIER
Broad period: BRONZE AGE
County: Somerset
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Middle Bronze Age rapier fragment of Burgess and Gerloff Group IV (The Dirks and Rapiers of Great Britain and Ireland, Prähistorische Bronzefund IV 7). It measures 22.3x16.2x(max)3.8mm and weighs 7.20g. All breaks are ancient. The rapier has a broad flat mid-rib and much of the patina is lost. The surface is worn and pitted. Rapiers date to the Middle Bronze Age but fragments are often found in Late Bronze Age hoards, suggesting continued use.
Created on: Monday 2nd April 2007
Last updated: Thursday 24th February 2011
Spatial data recorded.