Thames Mudlarking: Searching for London's Lost Treasures

Thames Mudlarking: Searching for London's Lost Treasures
ISBN-10
1784424331
ISBN-13
9781784424336
Category
Social Science
Pages
96
Language
English
Published
2021-02-18
Publisher
Bloomsbury Publishing
Authors
Jason Sandy, Nick Stevens

Description

Often seen combing the shoreline of the River Thames at low tide, groups of archaeology enthusiasts known as 'mudlarks' continue a tradition that dates back to the eighteenth century. Over the years they have found a vast array of historical artefacts providing glimpses into the city's past. Objects lost or discarded centuries ago – from ancient river offerings such as the Battersea Shield and Waterloo Helmet, to seventeenth-century trade tokens and even medals for bravery – have been discovered in the river. This book explores a fascinating assortment of finds from prehistoric to modern times, which collectively tell the rich and illustrious story of London and its inhabitants.

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