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Description: | An incomplete cast copper-alloy object of uncertain form, probably of Iron Age date. The surviving fragment is rectangular in form, D-shaped in section, curved in profile and terminates at both ends in old breaks. At one end (top?) it narrows to a vertical rectangular ridge before terminating in old breaks, while at the other (bottom?) there is a deeply incised groove on the back face giving it a U-shaped section. On the outer face of the object are two integrally cast projecting knobs that are pointed and conical in form, one positioned at the top(?) and one mid-way down the the object. All surfaces have the remains of a worn green/grey patina that has heavy pitting and corrosion. It measures 23.45mm in length, 8.34mm in width, 5.83mm in thickness and 6.99g in weight.The precise form or function of this object remains uncertain. It appears to be too small for a terret, although the narrow rectangular ridge at top(?) combine with groove at the base might indicate function as a brooch or similar object. No close parallel has as yet been identified, but the general appearance of the object suggests a probable Iron Age date.
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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