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Description: | Medieval copper alloy casket key with a circular bow, measuring 35.5mm in length and weighing 5.0g.The stem is flat and oval in section, measuring 4.6x3.7mm. The bow is 13.6mm in diameter (internal 6.9mm).The bit is I-shaped and projects 7.6mm below the stem.Egan dates this type of key from the late 12th century through to the late 14th century.
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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