History

The fabulous Rhos Rydd Bronze Age shield. Skillfully crafted about 3,000 years ago, from a single plate of bronze, decorated with 3700 singly punched bosses. For ceremonial use rather than combat. Found in a bog near Blaenplwyf, Wales in 1804. #Archaeology pic.twitter.com/K3sppuniF5

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