Find Spot record MDO746 - Rim of a medieval pitcher with applied mask from Cerne Abbas
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Summary
An unusual rim of a green glazed pitcher of possible late 13th to 14th century date was found in Mrs Congrom's garden on the south side of The Folly, and the east bank of the River Cerne, approximately 100 yards NE of the 14th century Tithe Barn, Cerne Abbas.
The fabric of the vessel comprised an oxidised brown sandy ware with a reduced grey core and remains of external green glaze with splashes of glaze internally.
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Full Description
An unusual rim of a green glazed pitcher of possible late 13th to 14th century date was found in Mrs Congrom's garden on the south side of The Folly, and the east bank of the River Cerne, approximately 100 yards NE of the 14th century Tithe Barn.
The fabric of the vessel comprised an oxidised brown sandy ware with a reduced grey core and remains of external green glaze with splashes of glaze internally [1].
Sources/Archives (1)
- <1> SDO56 Serial: Dorset Natural History and Archaeological Society. 1957. Proceedings of the Dorset Natural History and Archaeological Society for 1956. 78. 92.
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Location
| Grid reference | ST 6640 0107 (point) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | ST60SE |
| Civil Parish | Cerne Abbas; Dorset |
| Unitary Authority | Dorset |
Protected Status/Designation
- Conservation Area
Other Statuses/References
- Legacy UID: Dorset Sites and Monuments Record: 1 027 050
Record last edited
Dec 18 2012 3:17PM