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Description: | Cast copper alloy strap distributor of probable later medieval date 1250-1500. The strap distributor is cast in one piece being irregular in plan, broadly cruciform in shape, and sub-rectangular in cross section. The reverse face is affected by corrosion but is hollow. The front face is relatively flat and consists of four equal relatively short arms forming a regular cross. The edges of each arm expand and taper along their length, with the mouth terminating in a flared edge. These flared edges form broadly C shaped scrolls and are cast in one piece. The terminal of each arm is an irregular square shape and hollow in cross section (mouth measures 7.1 x 6.7mm).The reverse face of the strap junction is irregular and distorted by a combination of corrosion and abrasion. Originally a central irregular diamond shaped panel was removed forming an open back through which the straps could be joined. Corrosion and abrasion has opened this area and two of the four terminals are distorted. The two surviving terminals are complete with a ring of metal whilst the other two are broken. The strap distributor is a mid green colour with a relatively well formed and preserved surface patina which has subsequently been abraded and corroded in places. A direct parallel for this form of strap distributor has not been found. It is likely to be associated with horse harness or similar activities. A similarly decorated brooch from Catteral Lancashire (2003-T363) suggests a later medieval 14th century date. A very similar item has been recorded on the database by Peter Reavill as HESH-F2AF80.
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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