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Description: | Fragment of a cast copper suspension loop possibly from a copper alloy vessel of probable later medieval date or post medieval date (1450 - 1650). The fragment is broadly sub-rectangular in plan with a large relatively fresh break along one edge. The upper face of the fragment has an incised design consisting of curvi-linear lines which have been applied by a tool. These lines are in broadly geometric designs and echo the outer design of the edge of the artefact. It is possible that the overall design should have been similar to that of a scallop or shell. Through the upper lobe of the design is a pierced hole which has been well worn and is oval in shape. It is suggested that this is the suspension loop. The reverse face of the artefact is plain and undecorated. The fragment measures 43.8mm in length, has a width of 41.7mm, maximum thickness of 2.8mm and it weighs 16.57 grams.The fragment is a mid green colour with an uneven patina. This patina has been abraded in several places, probably through movement in the soil. This movement has also damaged the edges of the suspension loop producing an asymmetrical shape. The break is relatively recent and has not been significantly abraded. Similar suspension loops from copper alloy vessels have been dated to the later medieval and post medieval periods (1450 - 1650).
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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