Find Spot record MDO2561 - Bronze Age hoard, Grimston, Stratton
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Summary
A hoard of Late Bronze Age axeheads and bracelets was found in 1961.
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Full Description
SY 643944. In 1961, a Late Bronze Age hoard of bronze axeheads and rings was found in digging a stanchion-pit for a dutch barn, east of
the railway at Grimstone. Three of the axes and two of the rings are at present in the Dorset County Museum; Acc Nos 1963 15.1-3 (palstaves), 1963.4 bronze bracelet and 1963.5 incomplete bronze bracelet. On loan from Wing Comdr F L Newell of South Eggardon (SY 5393), Askerswell. <1>
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Location
| Grid reference | SY 643 944 (point) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | SY69SW |
| Civil Parish | Stratton; Dorset |
| Unitary Authority | Dorset |
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Other Statuses/References
- Legacy UID: Dorset Sites and Monuments Record: 1 108 024
- Legacy UID: National Monuments Record: SY 69 SW 79
- Legacy UID: National Record of the Historic Environment: 453852
Record last edited
Jan 13 2024 7:28AM