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Mold gold cape

Free admission

Mold gold cape — a hill-fort in wales-north, United Kingdom.

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Plan your visit

Typical visit
1 h–2 h
  • Free entry
  • Dog-friendly

About

Mold gold cape is a hill fort in wales-north, United Kingdom, listed in the Wikipedia register of British heritage and tourism sites. See the linked Wikipedia article for full details.

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Place summary

Mold Gold Cape is a hill-fort located in North Wales. This archaeological site is notable for its historical significance, providing insights into the region's past.

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Description

The cape is 45.8 cm wide. It was designed to fit someone of a very slight build, perhaps a teenager, and although the sex of the person buried in this grave remains unclear, the associated finds are likely, by comparison with similar contemporary graves discovered, to be those accompanying the burial of a woman. The cape shows signs of having been worn, and appears to have had a leather lining. The cape is considered to be one of the most spectacular examples of prehistoric sheet-gold working yet discovered. It is of particular interest as both its form and its design are unparalleled. The cape is oval in shape and would cover the shoulders, upper arms, and upper chest of the person wearing…

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Coordinates
53.1671, -3.1331
District
Flintshire
Parish
Mold
Postcode
CH7 1UF
Parliamentary constituency
Clwyd East

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Mold gold cape?
Mold gold cape is in North Wales, United Kingdom (postcode CH7 1UF), in the parish of Mold.
Is Mold gold cape free to visit?
Yes, Mold gold cape is free to enter.
How do I get to Mold gold cape?
Drivers can navigate to postcode CH7 1UF. It sits within the Clwyd East parliamentary constituency.