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Description: | An incomplete copper-alloy Roman brooch. No exact parallel could be found for this piece which, although it lacks the distinctive chain-loop element, is best categorised as a Trumpet derivative brooch (see Hattatt, 1985, p. 112-117). It probably dates from the 2nd century AD.The head consists of a horizontally aligned sub-oval plate with a projection at the centre of the underside representing part of the spring and pin mechanism. At the base the head tapers into the short bow which has a flat underside and a moulded projection on its upper surface. The foot section is much wider than the bow, inverted sub-triangular in plan and terminates in a rounded foot-knob with transverse ridge. The upper surface of the foot is decorated with an indented beaded line extending down the centre, and, along each outer edge, three tooth-like incisions. The upper surface of the brooch has traces of silvering or tinning. On the reverse, an angled catchplate with outer lip extends the length of the foot section.The brooch measures 25.8mm long, 12.2mm wide and 7.1mm thick. The weight is 2.88g.
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