Record ID: LVPL-FC08C5
Object type: DAGGER
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Cast copper alloy dagger pommel dating to the Medieval period. The object is semi-circular in plan and domed. The object is hollow. At the top of the object is a sub-square opening and at the base a wide oval opening. The openings would have allowed the tang of the dagger to pass through the pommel. The opening at the top of the object is 6.67mm wide and 6.06mm in length. At the base of the object the opening measures 23.10mm in width and 6.81mm in length. At each end of the base of the object is a circular depression for attachment. The object has a brownish green patina. …
Created on: Thursday 2nd September 2010
Last updated: Thursday 30th September 2010
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Ipstones', grid reference and parish protected.