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Description: | A cast, copper alloy, Roman brooch of the headstud type, c. AD75 - 200. Each of the short wings carries three transverse grooves and the bow of the brooch has three longitudinal ridges, the central one having a zigzag edge. The integral stud has a circular depression with a central, raised dot. There is a tubular housing behind the wings with a slot for a hinged pin. The brooch is unusual in being unfinished, suggesting local manufacture. The centre of the head loop has not been pierced and is filled with the original cast metal. There is also a casting flange on the outside of the loop that has not been removed. The foot of the brooch, the catch plate and the pin, if ever fitted, are missing. The brooch has a light green patina. It is 32.3mm long, 16.3mm wide and 15.9mm thick. It weighs 7.12gm. Reference: Hattat, p.332, No. 1523.
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