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Description: | A copper alloy decorative mount which probably dates from the late medieval period. The mount is rectangular with a projecting fleur-de-lys at each corner (but one is missing) and a rectangular projection from the centre of one end. This may have been a suspension loop or other form of attachment, but it is too corroded to be certain. The mount is 30.6mm long, 28.2mm wide and 5mm thick. Most of the thickness is explained by the end projection and a square central boss which also projects forwards. There is a circular hole through the mount at the end opposite the projection. This does not appear to be original and could represent and repair. The front of the mount is further decorated with enamel and gilding. The field is divided into quarters and the backgrounds are alternately light blue and red enamel. In each quarter is a raised metal motif which extends from the corners of the centre boss. These are corroded and the original shape cannot be discerned. There are also small projection from each edge of the boss which are shaped like ivy leaves, and may be intended for fleur-de-lys. Traces of gilding survive on the front face. The reverse is flat except for the centre which is hollow under the boss. The mount is probably a heraldic badge or pendant from horse harness, but it is an unusual design.
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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