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Description: | Cast lead or lead alloy gaming piece of probable post medieval or modern date (1500-1800). The artefact is cylindrical in plan with a domed terminal and relatively flat base. The side edges are slightly faceted. The top is reminiscing of an acorn with a distinct groove cast at the junction between the dome and the edge. It measures 14.6mm diameter, is 14.2mm high and weighs 18.58 grams.The gaming piece is a mid grey cream colour with an even patina, there is no evidence of distinct abrasion. A direct parallel has not been found.
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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