Chance find by M.G. Hughes at Halstead, pre-1954 - EEX63471

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Grid reference	TL 81 30 (point) Generic location for area - exact NGR not known.
Map sheet	TL83SW
Civil Parish	HALSTEAD, BRAINTREE, ESSEX

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Date

31 Dec 1954 - 31 Dec 1954 pre

Description

A 10th to 11th century Danish battle axe found near Halstead was given by M.G. Hughes to Colchester Museum (No 163.54).

Sources

<1> SEX77537 Report: Colchester and Essex Museum. 1950-1954. Colchester and Essex Museum Annual Reports. p.35.

Related Monuments/Buildings (1)

EHER 82823 Anglo-Saxon battle axe at Halstead (Find Spot)

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