Record ID: LVPL-24B5DA
Object type: GOUGE
Broad period: BRONZE AGE
County: Shropshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A copper alloy mout fragment, probably from a socketed gouge dating to the late Bronze Age (c.1150-750 BC). The object has an overall curved shape. The small form of the fragment suggests it is a gouge rather than a socketed axehead. The mouth swells and is slightly thicker than the main body of the object. The opposite side terminates in a jagged break that is worn and smooth, suggesting it broke in antiquity. The interior is rough with a possible casting line present. The surface is undecorated and has a smooth green patina. Dimensions: Length 22.46mm; 18.95mm; thickness 3…
Created on: Friday 5th March 2021
Last updated: Thursday 11th March 2021
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Much Wenlock', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LVPL-09CD58
Object type: GOUGE
Broad period: BRONZE AGE
County: Shropshire
Workflow stage: Published
An incomplete cast copper alloy gouge dating to the late Bronze Age. The gouge (used as a wood-working tool) is sub-rectangular in plan. The socketed end which is incomplete is oval in cross-section while the incomplete cutting edge is 'C'-shaped in cross-section with an elongated triangular or 'V' shaped groove leading back from it on the upper surface of the gouge. Linear striations are visible on the gouge furrow. A casting flash is visible down each side of the object. The object has a dark brown patina. It is likely that this tool is from the Wilberton, Ewart Park or Llyn Fawr…
Created on: Friday 2nd March 2012
Last updated: Thursday 20th March 2014
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Selattyn and Gobowen ', grid reference and parish protected.