Anglo - Saxon Finds
Strap End Anglo-Saxon, 9th century
Silver strap end, decorated with animal ornament and niello infill. The eye sockets, now empty, would have originally been filled with glass. This is a typical Trewhiddle-style dog, with large ears and 'nicks' on the body and limb for contrast. The back is undecorated.
Found by a metal detectorist in north east Staffordshire
Purchased by The Potteries Museum & Art Gallery in 2006, with financial assistance from The Friends of the Potteries Museums & Art Gallery and The Museum Purchase Fund
Accession number: STKMG: 2006.LH.171
Strap End Anglo-Saxon, 9th century
