Where is the Mold Gold Cape in the British Museum?

It was found at Mold in Flintshire, Wales, in 1833. The cape is thought to have formed part of a ceremonial dress, perhaps with religious connections. It is housed at the British Museum in London….

Mold cape
Material	Gold
Created	1900–1600 BC
Discovered	Mold, Wales in 1833
Present location	British Museum

How old is the Mold Gold Cape?

around 3,700 years ago
The Mold Cape is a unique ceremonial cape of gold, made during the Early Bronze Age, around 3,700 years ago. The cape is regarded as one of the finest pieces of Bronze Age craftsmanship and gold-working technique in Europe.

What was the Mold Gold Cape used for?

The Mold Gold Cape was found in 1833 by workmen quarrying for stone in a burial mound. At the centre of the mound there was a stone-lined grave with the crushed gold cape around the fragmentary remains of a skeleton.

What diseases are caused by Mold?

These conditions include asthma (either newly diagnosed or worsening of existing asthma), the lung conditions called interstitial lung disease and hypersensitivity pneumonitis, sarcoidosis, and recurring cold-like symptoms, sinus infections, and hoarseness.

Who found the Mold Gold Cape?

Everything found in the mound was recorded by Charles Butler Gough who was the vicar of Mold. Some of the gold pieces and amber beads were shared out between the workers who found them and Mr Langford who rented the field. He sold his three large pieces to the British Museum in 1836.

How did Mold get its name?

The name Mold, probably comes from the Norman-French Mont haut, meaning the ‘high hill’. Gwyddgrug in Welsh means the Mound. Soon after 1100, Robert, the Norman marcher lord of Moldsdale, built himself a castle on the largest of the glacial moraines that dotted his valley.

What kind of smell does mold have?

musty
Most people describe the smell of mold as musty, stale, and earthy — somewhat similar the odor of wet socks or decaying wood. Although mold smells can vary, here are some of the most common characteristics: Musty and Stale — like old socks or a stuffy attic that hasn’t been aired out in months.

How can I tell if I have mold in my house?

Signs Your Home May Have a Mold Problem

• Rotten Smell. Is there a damp, musty odor reminiscent of the smell of old books emanating from your floors or walls?
• Spotted Clothing.
• Contaminated Carpets.
• Water Heater Hideaway.
• Allergy or Asthma Flare-Ups.
• Fungus in the Furniture.
• Warped Walls.
• Persistent Cough or Cold.

What happens if you eat mold?

Most likely, you’ll be okay.” However, in certain cases, the mold found on spoiled food could be dangerous, so if you suddenly develop symptoms such as shortness of breath, nausea, an elevated temperature or diarrhea, you should immediately seek medical help.