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Description: | A copper-alloy strap-end or book fitting of probable medieval date*.The object has been made from a single rectangular piece of sheet metal which has been folded double. The upper surface is decorated with an incised panel containing the letters "IHS" (Iesus Hominum Salvator - Jesus Saviour of Men) (B. Read; 2000; pp. 12; no. 88). There are two rivet holes, one at each corner at the open end. The surface retains traces of gilding.It measures 32.1mm wide by 22.8mm high and 4.2mm thick. It weighs 7.28g.
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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