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The Sutton Hoo Shield*

Published online by Cambridge University Press:  02 January 2015

Herbert Maryon
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For its importance in throwing light upon a dark period of history, and for the intrinsic beauty and archaeological significance of its contents the Sutton Hoo Ship burial has been rightly described as the greatest find ever made in England. The Ship was fully excavated in July and August 1939, and the treasures found therein were taken to the British Museum, where the most urgent preservative measures were immediately undertaken. During the War these valuable finds were hidden underground. Recently they were returned to the British Museum, where they are now being unpacked, cleaned, and made ready for exhibition. In anticipation of their full publication it has been decided to make a report upon some individual pieces when, from time to time, they become available for exhibition.

Type
Research Article
Information
Antiquity , Volume 20 , Issue 77 , March 1946 , pp. 21 - 30
Copyright
Copyright © Antiquity Publications Ltd 1946

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We are asked to state that the views expressed in this article are those of the writer, and must not be regarded as representing the official views of the British Museum.

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