Record ID: IOW-1ED8D7
Object type: DIVINATIONAL OBJECT
Broad period: EARLY MEDIEVAL
County: Isle of Wight
Workflow stage: Published
One of a pair of complete cast copper alloy divinational rods of Early Early-Medieval, sixth or early seventh century date (AD 500 – AD 620). Length 48.5mm, maximum diameter 4.8mm. Weight 5.02g. Also known as an oracle rod, this object is sub-oval (almost circular) in cross-section. The surface is corroded and a mid green crazed patina survives. The iron staining is a result of the rod being in contact with an iron sword in a plough damaged grave.
Created on: Tuesday 16th August 2005
Last updated: Thursday 27th May 2010
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Isle of Wight', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: IOW-1DBA44
Object type: DIVINATIONAL OBJECT
Broad period: EARLY MEDIEVAL
County: Isle of Wight
Workflow stage: Published
One of a pair of complete cast copper alloy divinational rods of Early Early-Medieval, sixth or early seventh century date (AD 500 – AD 620). Length 48.5mm, maximum diameter 4.8mm. Weight 4.81g. Also known as an oracle rod, this object is sub-oval (almost circular) in cross-section. At on end of the rod is an incised or punched mark in the form of a +. The surface is corroded and a mid green crazed patina survives. The iron staining is a result of the rod being in contact with an iron sword in a plough damaged grave.
Created on: Tuesday 16th August 2005
Last updated: Thursday 27th May 2010
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Isle of Wight', grid reference and parish protected.