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Record ID: SUSS-9F9103
Object type: BELL
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: East Sussex
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Three cast copper alloy spherical rumbler bells (crotals) of Post Medieval date (1600-1800 AD). The bells are all similar although one is damaged. They are spherical and compris two hemispherical domes with raised circumferential joins. The upper hemispheres are plain with two circular sound holes and a sub-square suspension loop projecting from the top. The curve of the bell continues under the loop apertures suggesting they were made using a detachable 'sprue-piece', this method was introduced in the 17th century. The lower hemispheres have a long sound slit with circular hol…
Created on: Monday 4th October 2010
Last updated: Monday 4th October 2010
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Etchingham', grid reference and parish protected.