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Description: | An incomplete cast copper alloy sword belt strap fitting, of Post Medieval dating, most likely 16th to 17th Centuries AD.The strap fitting consists of an externally bevelled ring with an octofoil plate joined to it. The octofoil plate has eight corners with alternating arches and angles. A central perforation is present, probably for the rivet for attachment to a belt. The front of the plate has been decorated by a two strand interlaced rope work design. The four main corners of the octofoil plate have been pronounced by the additional of protruding knops, apart from where the plate attaches to the ring. One side knop is missing.The back of the strap fitting is plain and has been cast in one piece. The fitting is a dark green colour, with an even patina. Signs of damage and abrasion are present.A similar example has been recorded on the PAS database, from Gloucester (GLO-6C25A5) and is dated from 16th to 17th Centuries AD. Compare also WAW-EFEE21, SUR-3710D3 and HAMP-BEFF24
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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