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Description: | A copper-alloy Trumpet type brooch of probable 1st or 2nd century date.The brooch is large and of solid construction and takes the form of an elongated bow. The head is cylindrical and has a vertical central slot. The head of the remaining short length of pin sits within this slot and is held in place by a copper-alloy axis bar. Deep grooves at the back of the head separate it from the bow, the upper part of which is of triangular section. The transition between this short upper part and the much longer lower part is marked by a moulding which comprises two transverse raised rings, one on each side of a central groove. Extending from below this moulding is a short, hook-like projection which protrudes from the back of the bow. The bent lower part of the bow has a pronounced central ridge extending to the squared-off foot. The catchplate is located on the underside of the bow, extending about half way up. It has a rolled outer edge which is slightly damaged at the top.The brooch measures 66.8mm long, 12.2mm wide (at the central moulding) and 29.2mm deep. The weight is 21.37g.
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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