Record ID: BH-54BBD6
Object type: BEAD
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Central Bedfordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A carved and polished bead of uncertain date and material. The bead is roughly spherical and has an off-centre perforation of circular section. The point from which this perforation has been drilled is marked by an inverted conical depression. The surface is divided between patches of various colours, from pinkish-white to orange and various shades of grey. At at least two points these patches are crossed by parallel veins of white. The bead is damaged in places. It measures 16.3mm in diameter, 14.2mm high and weighs 5.09g. The weight and appearance of this bead suggest it is prob…
Created on: Friday 10th February 2012
Last updated: Friday 10th February 2012
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Great Billington', grid reference and parish protected.