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Description: | Possible cast copper alloy apothecaries weight or possibly a coin weight of probable post medieval date (1600-1750). The weight is irregular and has been abraded in the plough soil. There are no remains of any design or stamp present. The weight is oval in plan and slightly bowed in profile. The edges on both sides have been raised and the inner faces are slightly bowed (convex). Both the raised edges on both faces have a zig-zag or serrated like pattern on the inner edge. This pattern is irregular and only visible in places. It measures 16.4mm in length, 14.1mm in width, is 2.3mm thick, and weighs 1.61 grams (0.05 ozs or 24.8 grains). The weight is a mid green brown colour with an even patina that covers all surfaces. A direct parallel for this weight has not been found due to the lack of markings. The style and weight (1/10 of an ounce) both suggest a weight of some type.
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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