Record ID: SF5462
Object type: BUCKET
Broad period: IRON AGE
County: Suffolk
Workflow stage: Published
Copper-alloy handle escutcheon, probably from a wooden bucket, in the shape of a bull's head. On top of the head is a rounded projection with circular perforation for the handle; this has a step a little like a countersinking around the edge on the outer surface which may have been caused by wear. Below this, the bull's head has two beautiful large pointed horns, not identically curved, with a low relief band between them to form the brow. There is a slight ridge above and parallel to this band. To either side of the horns is a small rounded projection which is decorated with short…
Created on: Friday 4th May 2001
Last updated: Thursday 24th February 2011
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'SUFFOLK GREAT WALDINGFIELD', grid reference and parish protected.