Anglo-Saxon - Identification
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AS-Buckles-2
Discovered in a field near the village of Hammerwich, on 5 July 2009, it consists of more than 3,900 items. The artefacts have tentatively been dated to the 7th or 8th centuries, placing the origin of the items in the time of the Kingdom of Mercia.
One of the new items of Anglo Saxon treasure being examined by archaeologists. Over 90 small items were discovered.
The artefacts have tentatively been dated to the 7th or 8th centuries, placing the origin of the items in the time of the Anglo-Saxon kingdom of Mercia, and include part of a helmet (shown here) and an object resembling an eagle.
The find includes what is believed to be part of a cheekguard from a golden helmet
The Staffordshire haul consisted of over 3,500 items that are nearly all martial in character and contains no objects specific to female uses.
Looking After Your Finds - 2nd Staffordshire Hoard Find

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