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One of sixty finds from the Viking site at Torksey, Lincolnshire including Twenty-three fragmentary Islamic dirhams, 8th-9th cent.: CM.108-2011

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Titles

One of sixty finds from the Viking site at Torksey, Lincolnshire including Twenty-three fragmentary Islamic dirhams, 8th-9th cent.

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Description

Anglo-Saxon strap end, 9th century, Thomas class A, type 5, large panel for inlay, 5.60g.

Notes

History note: Under Review

Measurements and weight

Weight: 5.6 g

Acquisition and important dates

Method of acquisition: Bought (2011) by Bott, Michael L.

Materials used in production

Copper alloy

Identification numbers

Accession number: CM.108-2011
Primary reference Number: 244109
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Audit data

Created: Thursday 3 September 2020 Updated: Thursday 7 December 2023 Last processed: Friday 8 December 2023

Associated departments & institutions

Owner or interested party: The Fitzwilliam Museum
Associated department: Coins and Medals

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