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Description: | A Medieval cast copper alloy strap loop. (c. AD 1350 - c. AD 1400). Length: 25.05mm; width: 18mm; thickness: 5mm; weight: 3.2g. The frame is five-sided/arched in plan and sub-rectangular in cross-section. The bar has a circular perforation to accommodate a separate iron rivet the remains of which are in place. This strap fitting has a dark green patina.Egan, Dress Accessories 1150-1450, 2002, page 233-235 dates these to the late 13th to late 14th century, ref. 1252). This may be for a belt or an archers wrist guard strap.
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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