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Description: | A cast copper alloy artefact, a decorative mount. The object is a rectangular in plan, and in profile it is sub asymetrical oval with a central circular perforation. The upper surface of the mount is decorated with a moulded design consisting of a ')(' pattern. The underside of the mount is hollow, and has an integral circular sectioned stud which extends beyond the lower edge of the sides. The stud tapers slightly to a blunt point. The surface has a incomplete well developed green/brown coloured patina. Some abrasion has occured. The mount measures 20.03mm long, 14.83mm wide, 21.93mm tall and weighs 13.8g.The style suggests it probably dates to the 1st century BC to the 1st century AD. The function of this type of mount is not certain. SWYOR-5C5FB5 is a similar style of mount.
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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