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Description: | Cast copper alloy button of probable late medieval - post medieval date (1500-1700 AD). The button consists of a circular domed (D sectioned) head, with an integral cast shank set off centre at 90ยบ to the angle of the head. The shank is sub-rectangular in plan and rectangular in cross section with a circular hole cast (or possibly pierced) through it. The domed head of the button may have been decorated however abrasion has removed any trace of it. The button head measures 9.8mm diameter and is 6.7mm thick: The shank measures 7.7mm length, 5.7nmm width, and is 1.4mm thick. The button weighs 2.47 grams. The button is a mid green colour with an abraded patina which covers all surfaces. There is some light green powdery corrosion on one edge and the button is also slightly asymmetrical. Both of these factors are probably a result of abrasion in the soil. A similar cast undecorated, button has been dated by Gordon Bailey 16th century, however, the style persists into the 17th century (Bailey 2004: pp 28-29, fig 7.40).
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