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Description: | A complete cast copper alloy casket key, probably dating from the 12th-14th century AD (length: 29.7mm; width: 8.2mm; thickness: 2.2mm; weight: 1.51g). The artefact has a circular bow with a solid shank and simple bit, and is in a very worn and corroded condition with a dark green patina.Similar examples are illustrated in Brian Read's 'Metal Artefacts of Antiquity', 2001, pages 67-72, particularly ref nos 533-9.
Original Image | Publisher: | http://finds.org.uk | Source: | Portable Antiquities | Identifier: | http://finds.org.uk/database/artefacts/r... | Go to resource |
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