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Description: | Medieval copper alloy mount showing traces of gilding, with a central floral motif, inside which are traces of a light blue enamel. It measures 38.2x29.7x1mm and weighs 8.4g.
At one end are two rivet holes, c.2.5mm in diameter. Next to both of these, in the corners of this edge, are two either worn-through rivet holes or semi-circular notches (one is damaged and missing a bit of outside edge). It is uncertain whether if a notch, these are decorative or functional. Traces of gilding are visible around the rivet holes.
The reverse of the mount is flat but to the front, a central rectangular area (c.25x22mm) stands proud (with a c.4mm wide rim surrounding it) and is decorated with tiny circular punch marks. Recessed into this area, is a single stem topped with a trefoil and from near the base of the stem a branch extends upwards on either side. This ends in a pointed oval leaf shape. Close to the base of these branches a more droopy-shaped leaf hangs downwards on either side. It is inside both of these the trace of light blue enamel survives.
The mount is curious in that the rivet holes are to one side only. Presumably this would have eben attached to a belt, probably as part of a buckle set.
13th/ 14th century in date. Cf. NLM-6E4BA7, a buckle plate from North Lincs, with a similar floral motif. | Source: | Portable Antiquities | Creator: | Hinds, Katie - Portable Antiquities Scheme | Identifier: | http://www.findsdatabase.org.uk/hms/pas_... | Language: | en-GB | Go to resource |
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