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Description: | Cast copper alloy hooked mount of probable later medieval or post medieval date (1350-1650 AD). The mount is sub-rectangular in plan and D shaped in cross section. The front of the mount has bevelled edges and a convex profile. The hook is formed from the pointed terminal of the mount being bent back upon itself forming an even U shaped hook. The tip of the hook flares to form a oval shaped knop - possible leaf shaped. The upper edge of the mount is lost. The upper body of the mount has been pierced in two places. These holes hold small copper alloy rivets to attach the mount to a strap or some similar leather garment. There are no decorative designs present. At the junction of the hook there is evidence of a gilt applied surface. The mount is a mid purplish green colour with a corroded and abraded patina. A direct parallel has not been found but the size and similarity to leather harness decoration (such as heraldic pendants) suggests a earlier medieval date.The hooked mount measures 29.2mm length, 6.0mm width, is 3.9mm thick and weighs 2.61 grams.
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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