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Description: | A cast copper alloy cheek piece from a bridle. The central element of the object is a D shaped ring. The loop of the D is formed by a circular sectioned bar, which widens at each end and terminates in a square piece of copper alloy. Between these square elements a thinner bar of copper alloy forms the straight back of the D. This part is slightly inset. Two further bars of copper alloy extend from either end of this straight side and are bent around towards the loop of the D, each terminating in a large knop. All these elements are cast integrally. There are areas of wear in the centre of the loop and the straight side of the D, consistent with attachment to a strap and bit. The object is worn and much of the original surface has worn away. Where it remains it has a dark green patina. It is late medieval or post medieval in date.
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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