Find Spot record MAB48609 - MONTROSE
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Summary
Half of a papal bulla, which is broken down the central channel which contained the wires that held it to the document.
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Map
Location
| Grid reference | Centred NO 6611 5575 (40m by 40m) Location only - Point |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | NO65NE |
| Civil Parish | Maryton |
| Authority | Angus |
Type and Period (1)
Full Description
Half of a papal bulla, which is broken down the central channel which contained the wires that held it to the document. Found during metal detecting. Papal bullae are lead seals that were attached to papal documents to guarantee their authenticity. This one is likely to have been issued by Alexander IV who was pope from 1254 to 1261. Claimed as Treasure Trove (TT.13.17) allocated to ANGUSalive Museums.
ARCHAEOLOGY SCOTLAND, 2019, DISCOVERY AND EXCAVATION IN SCOTLAND, NEW SERIES, VOLUME 19, 2018, p. 27 (Bibliographic reference). SAB6524.
Other Statuses/References
- Authority: ANG;
- Old Historic Environment Record Ref: NO65NE0139;
External Links (0)
Sources/Archives (1)
- --- SAB6524 Bibliographic reference: ARCHAEOLOGY SCOTLAND. 2019. DISCOVERY AND EXCAVATION IN SCOTLAND, NEW SERIES, VOLUME 19, 2018. p. 27.
Finds (1)
Related Monuments/Buildings (0)
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Record last edited
Oct 4 2023 7:14AM
