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Description: | An incomplete leather object, with copper alloy mounts / studs. The leather is one continues sheet that has been folded round to form a hollow cylinder like shape. There is a row of vertical studs that hold the ends of the leather together. There is also a spiral of studs that goes completely around the object that appears to hold a second layer of leather in place, as such increasing the overall thickness of the leather at one end.The studs/ mounts are circular, slightly convex with a central circular rivet that holds them in place. The studs perforate all the way through the leather, and are flat and circular inside.The overall shape of the object is like a flattened cylinder. It is clearly not complete, and has pieces missing from both ends. It has been suggested that this item could be a leather sheath or scabbard for a sword, however it has been pointed out the rivets would not continue all the way round if this was the case, as they would rub against the wearer. It has also been suggested that the item is a vessel of some sort, however the join between the ends of the leather does not appear to be water tight, as there are gaps between the studs. It has also been suggested that this may be a piece of harness, possibly for horses. At this point this seems like the most likely use, as the item is quite hefty and sturdily made.The preservation of the leather and the studs, and the style of the studs suggests that this object is Post Medieval in date, probably 17th century or later.108.47mm x 74.20mm x 6.03mm 123.80g
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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