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Description: | An incomplete cast copper alloy Roman trumpet brooch from the first to second centuries. It belongs to Hull's Chester type. The bow is sub-D shaped in section, with a protruding central rib on the reverse, which connects to the catchplate. Two f the coils are survivng in the spring mechanism behind the round trumpet head. The trumpet head has a flat plate behind it, which extends upwards, forming a chain loop; there is a single incised line below the loop. At the base of the trumpet head, there is a moulded chevron connected by a perpendicular line to a lateral rib at the base of the trumpet head. Below the angle of the bow is a three ribbed button; the central rib has a zigzag moulded design. The foot has a small forward knob, with three ribs. The catch plate is trapezoidar with a folded lip to hold the pin, which is missing. It is in good condition, and is dark green in colour. It measures 35.33 mm L x 20.68 mm W x 9.93 mm TH and weighs 3.83 g. Similar to Hattatt 952 and 438 b.
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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