Name/TitleCrotal bell

About this objectThe bell was used on a horse harness. It was found in 1957 in the foundation of a path now grassed over and part of the lawn at Wetherden Rectory.It was made by Robert Wells at Aldbourne, Wiltshire, from bronze, and bears the initials "R.W." of Robert Wells, and below the suspension loop a scratched letter "J." probably of a former owner.

MakerRobert Wells

Date Madec. 1780

Period1780s

Place MadeAldbourne Wiltshire

Medium and MaterialsMade from bronze.

Inscription and MarksBears the initials: "R.W." of Robert Wells.

Scratched below suspension loop: "J" (probably a former owner)

MeasurementsLength: 65mm
Width: 60mm

Object numberSTMEA:A.2224

Copyright LicenceAttribution - Non-commercial (cc)