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Description: | A Roman copper-alloy brooch probably dating from the 2nd century AD. The brooch is lozenge-shaped with a raised central panel. The outer edge of the brooch is scalloped and there are two larger protruding knobs, one at the top angle and one at the bottom. Just inside each of the semi-circular protrusions around the edge is a punched double ring mark. Inside these marks, and separating the outer part of the brooch from the raised inner portion, is a rope-like border. The central portion of the brooch has sides which slope upwards towards the uppermost horizontal face. This face is recessed and has been filled with a turquoise enamel which is punctuated by nine small circular depressions, four of which still contain dark blue enamel pellets. The reverse of the brooch has a recessed circular area between the hinge and the closed catchplate. The pin is missing but a small iron stain exists next to the hinge. The object has a dark green patina and is in good condition. It measures 37.7mm high by 33mm wide and 4.8mm thick at the plate. It weighs 7.17g.
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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