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Description: | Cast copper looped strap fitting (possible sword belt fitting) of probably post medieval date (1600-1700AD). The fitting is irregular in plan consisting of a sub-rectangular cast loop and conjoined oval shaped decorative plate. In cross section the fitting is broadly D shaped. The reverse is concave with two copper rivets positioned on the upper and lower faces. These rivets pierce the decorative plate and would enable the it to be attached to a leather strap or belt.. The fitting measures 60.3mm length, 23.5mm width is 6.4mm thick and weighs 10.92 grams. The central plate is decorated with a series of applied ring and dot designs; these are arranged around the outer edge and form a decorative border. Similar annulet / ring and dots decorate the junction between the cast loop and plate. The fitting is a mid brown colour with a developed patina which covers all surfaces. The edges and incised design have been affected by abrasion from the ploughsoil. This belt fitting is similar to sword belt fittings from the end part of the post medieval period
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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