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Description: | An incomplete cast copper alloy symmetrical bar mount of Post Medieval Dating (16th to 17th Centuries AD).The mount is irregular in plan and sub rectangular in cross section. The mount consists of a central circle, with a lozenge / diamond to either side. Both ends and the centre have been decorated with a vague floral motif, consisting of a central raised pellet, with associated raised radiating rays (petals).The back of the mount is plain, with two integrally cast attachment spikes. One is complete and the ohter exhibits an old break approximately half way along the shank. Both have been bent over, and the complete one tapers to a blunt point. The shanks are rectangular in cross section.The mount is a dark green colour, with an even surface patina.It measures 26.57mm in length, 10.77mm wide and 13.26mm thick (including attachment spikes). The front face of the mount is 2.19mm thick. It weighs 3.6 grams.Bar mounts of this style, with two integrally cast attachment spikes tend to be of Post Medieval dating (16th to 17th Centuries AD). They are a common find, and come in a variety of designs.
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