THESE are some of the 110 artefacts to be found in Southend.
The Prittlewell Princey Burial unearthed the burial chamber of a Saxon royal from the 6th Century in 2003. It’s said to be one of the most significant Anglo-Saxon discoveries ever in the UK.
Several of the items will be on public display at Southend Central Museum from Saturday.
The objects include a lyre instrument, a 1,400 year old painted box, the only surviving example of Anglo-Saxon woodwork, a sword and flagon.
The project has been underway since 2012, overseen by the Museum of London Archaeology (MOLA) and funded by Southend Council and Historic England.
Duncan Wilson, chief executive of Historic England, said: “This burial chamber was an exciting discovery in 2003 and over the years it has slowly been giving up its secrets.
“The range of exquisite objects discovered here are giving us an extraordinary insight into early Anglo-Saxon craftsmanship and culture.”
Sophie Jackson, MOLA’s director of research and engagement, said: “Because of the meticulous attention to detail given when excavating and recording the Prittlewell princely burial, a team of specialists has been able to reveal new elements of the burial chamber, details about the man buried and insights into Anglo-Saxon traditions that we never thought possible.”
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