Record ID: BH-724815
Object type: TOKEN
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Buckinghamshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A cast lead token of Medieval date. The circular token is of thin section but survives intact. On one side, executed in low relief, is the image of a hooded figure standing right, the right hand holding a pole with a mesh bag at the upper end. A swag extends diagonally across the body, while the top of his legs - the area below the knee is not visible - are covered with a vertically segmented garment. The left arm bends upwards from the elbow, the hand holding a stylised cup, from which the figure drinks. The other side of the token is occupied by a shield containing a plain chevron…
Created on: Saturday 1st October 2011
Last updated: Wednesday 2nd November 2011
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Longwick cum Ilmer', grid reference and parish protected.