Archaeologists and metal detectorists have unearthed a tiny gold and garnet mount from the Sutton Hoo era, thought to have adorned an Anglo-Saxon warrior's sword belt. The find, described as one of 'probably less than a dozen in the country', sheds light on the intricate details of Anglo-Saxon weaponry and belt designs.
The scabbard stud, or boss - about 13mm in diameter and inlaid with red stones separated by strips of sheet gold - was found in September
Treasure expert Helen Geake described the find as one of "probably less than a dozen in the country" and "only the fifth" on the British Museum'sThe late 6th to early 7th Century mount, or boss, was unearthed during an event organised by Digging History UK near King's Lynn, Norfolk. "Swords are usually detachable from the belts in some way and it was probably used to help attach the belt to the sword - that's what I've done with the Sutton Hoo replica," said the retired teacher, who lives near Chelmsford in Essex.
Dr Geake, who is Norfolk's finds liaison officer, said there is little evidence of how they would have been used - which is why Mr Mortimer's research is helpful.
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