Wishing a happy birthday to our incredible expert, Gary Bankhead! As a river-focused underwater archaeologist, Gary brings valuable insights to our team. Here's to another year of uncovering hidden treasures!
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Plastic bags with objects inside. Some have writing visible like Ave Maria Gracia, Ampulla and crucifix.

Plastic bags containing crucifixes and a small white figurine called a 'Frozen Charlotte'.

What's in the box? 😍 Assorted medieval and post-medieval religious objects found in the River Wear, Durham! Find out more as I repack and catalogue these in the coming months.

Part of the River Wear Collection @ducollections.bsky.social

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