The ‘snail man’ mount was found in Pontefract, West Yorkshire, in 2020 (Yorkshire Archaeology Advisory Service/PA)A “snail man” mount which may have been “a form of medieval meme” has been discovered. Beverley Nenk, curator of later medieval collections at the British Museum, said: “This unusual silver-gilt mount may once have been attached to a leather belt or strap, or perhaps worn as a badge. Expand Close Bronze Age rapier (Surrey County Council) / FacebookTwitterEmailWhatsapp Bronze Age rapier (Surrey County Council)The finds were announced as the most recent Treasure Report reveals that 1,094 cases were recorded as treasure in 2018 with a third of these acquired by museums. The British Museum also announced more recent finds, such as the “medieval meme”. Culture Minister Caroline Dinenage said: “Treasure has captured our imagination for centuries and it is fascinating to see what has been uncovered each year.

Source: Irish Independent March 22, 2021 14:38 UTC