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ID 1189
Images No image in database
Grid Ref TF9438
Project type Metal detector
County Norfolk
Site Great Walsingham
Site Name Wighton Camp
Site Type Small town
Context Quality 1
Object Period 0
Material Bronze
M/F Female
Age Mature
Form Figurine
Type Deity
Name Minerva
Bearded No
Standing/Seated Standing
Headgear Helmet
Attributes Yes
Attribute description Aegis
Clothed Yes
Clothing description Long gown with overfold
Drapery No
Condition Worn and corroded, arms largely missing
Classical 1
Quality Classical 3
Photo Yes
Illustration No
Height 83.00
Length 0.00
References Bagnall Smith 1999, 26, no. 4 pl. IIC
[Link to Bibliography]
Description Stands with left arm raised, probably to hold spear, and right arm lowered, possibly held shield. Wears simple helmet.


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