"A gold Anglo-Saxon pendant which was found in a village outside Canterbury has been determined to be treasure at an inquest.
Malcolm John Skeels made the discovery when he was metal detecting in Petham on November 1."
Read the full article at This Is Kent.
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Sunday, August 26, 2012
Anglo-Saxon warrior found in Wessex
"An award-winning project using archaeology to aid the recovery of soldiers injured on Operation HERRICK has concluded its success on Salisbury Plain with an astonishing treasure trove of Anglo-Saxon finds.
Soldiers taking part in ‘Operation Nightingale’ unearthed a major sixth-century burial site at Barrow Clump, uncovering 27 bodies – including Anglo-Saxon warriors - buried with a range of personal possessions. Artefacts uncovered included shield bosses, broaches, amber and glass beads, spearheads, a silver ring, and a wooden drinking vessel with bronze bands."
Read the full article at British Forces News.
Soldiers taking part in ‘Operation Nightingale’ unearthed a major sixth-century burial site at Barrow Clump, uncovering 27 bodies – including Anglo-Saxon warriors - buried with a range of personal possessions. Artefacts uncovered included shield bosses, broaches, amber and glass beads, spearheads, a silver ring, and a wooden drinking vessel with bronze bands."
Read the full article at British Forces News.
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