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Description: | Roman (possibly), Medieval (probably) or post-Medieval cast copper alloy mount in the form of an eagle with out-stretched wings. Hooked beak, triangular eye, incised lines defining feathers. Circular integral rivet (length c.3mm, diameter 2.9mm) projecting from the centre of the reverse. Traces of gilding in areas of lowest relief. Height 42.1mm, width 39.0mm, thickness including rivet 6.1mm, max thickness not including rivet (across centre) 3.3mm, weight 14.26g.Possibly a Medieval mount relating to St John. See LANCUM-F95DC6 for a similar design.
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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