| ID | 786 |
|---|---|
| Images | No image in database |
| Grid Ref | TL8918 |
| Project type | Metal detector |
| County | Essex |
| Site | Messing |
| Site Type | Unknown |
| Location Type | Unknown |
| Context | Ploughsoil |
| Context Quality | 1 |
| Object Period | 0 |
| Material | Bronze |
| Location | with owner? |
| M/F | Female? |
| Age | Mature |
| Form | Head |
| Type | Deity |
| Name | Uncertain |
| Bearded | No |
| Clothed | No |
| Drapery | No |
| Condition | Poor, corroded |
| Classical | 1 |
| Photo | Yes |
| Illustration | No |
| Height | 30.00 |
| Length | 0.00 |
| References | Adkins and Adkins 1986, 19, fig. 1 [Link to Bibliography] |
| Description | The reverse side is flat and unmarked, showing no remnants of provision for attachment. . . Prominent features of the effigy include the eyes, also the broad flat face with pointed jaw, the elaborate 'hairstyle' and a row of impressions running close to the base of the object - possibly representing a beaded necklace. Date uncertain (Adkins) |
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