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Description: | A buckle with a D-shaped frame, recessed crossbar of circular section, with two animal heads devouring. Notch for (missing) pin on outer edge. The zoomorphic decoration consists of open mouth, eyes and ears, all moulded, with engraved and moulded lines along their backs, possibly a depicting a mane. Ashley (Norfolk Archaeology XLV, 2006, p.106) names these buckles as sword belt buckles, and notes two examples, one from Bromholme Priory, Bacton (NHER 1073) and another from Fincham (NHER 25501). Measures 32mm x 38mm. 12th 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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