British Artefacts Early Anglo-Saxon
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British Artefacts: Volume 1 – Early Anglo-Saxon By Brett Hammond
The Early Anglo-Saxon period marks one of the most transformative eras in British history. It was a time when the Roman provinces gave way to emerging English-speaking kingdoms, reshaping the cultural, political, and linguistic landscape of Britain. From around AD 400 onward, lowland Britain experienced sweeping changes in settlement, social structure, belief systems, and material culture.
In this landmark volume, Brett Hammond brings together an impressive collection of artefacts—illustrated with high-quality images, detailed descriptions, and distribution maps—to illuminate the daily life and artistry of early medieval England. The book examines a wide array of objects, from exquisite jewellery, weaponry, and feasting equipment to the simple tools and personal items used in everyday life.
Comprehensive Coverage
The volume presents over 230 colour illustrations and 20 distribution maps, offering a vivid visual record of the period’s material culture. Each artefact is contextualised within its social and historical background, revealing the intricate links between the Roman, Anglo-Saxon, and Scandinavian worlds.
Chapters include:
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Introduction to the Series
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Glossary
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Introduction to the Early Anglo-Saxon Period
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Advice for Collectors
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Valuations
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Runes
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Advice for Finders
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Art Styles
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Artefact Production & Distribution
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Ceramic Production
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Metal Artefacts
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Non-Metallic Artefacts
Within these sections, readers will find detailed studies of brooches, buckles, weapons and fittings, pendants, bracelets, keys, combs, rings, spurs, tools, and weaving equipment, as well as artefacts made of amber, bone, glass, ivory, and stone.
Insight and Value
Combining scholarly insight with visual richness, British Artefacts Volume 1 provides both a detailed reference and a fascinating exploration of Britain’s early medieval material culture. It sheds light on the connections between people and regions, offering glimpses into craftsmanship, trade, and the evolving identity of post-Roman Britain.
An essential reference work for archaeologists, detectorists, museum professionals, collectors, and anyone with a passion for the early Anglo-Saxon age, this beautifully produced volume stands as a foundational guide to one of the most intriguing periods in Britain’s past.