‘Remarkable’ hoard of Iron Age objects unearthed during routine excavation
Archaeologists find near-complete Iron Age battle trumpet in west Norfolk
- A near-complete Iron Age battle trumpet, known as a carnyx, was discovered among a hoard of artefacts in west Norfolk.
- The carnyx is one of only three known from Britain and is considered one of the most complete examples found across Europe.
- Other significant items unearthed include a sheet-bronze boar’s head, five shield bosses, and an iron object.
- The discovery was made during a routine archaeological excavation in summer 2025 by Pre-Construct Archaeology.
- The fragile objects are undergoing conservation, and a coroner is expected to determine their legal status in early 2026, with research continuing to enhance understanding of the Iron Age.