Record ID: LVPL-EFD5D7
Object type: BELL
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Cheshire East
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Cast copper alloy bell probably dating to the Medieval period, (1100-1500). It is round in plan and sub-oval in cross section. The bell has a simple form. The top of the object is rounded and it widens towards its open base. A broken circular loop is integrally cast at the top of the object. A moulded ridge runs around the outer base of the bell. There is no other visible decoration. The object is quite damaged, a fragment of the base rim is missing and a large crack runs along a portion of the moulded ridge. The patina has also been damaged and the attachment loop broken. The remains …
Created on: Monday 2nd November 2009
Last updated: Thursday 24th February 2011
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Goostrey', grid reference and parish protected.