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Description: | A cast copper-alloy clasp, possibly a sword belt fitting of Post-Medieval date, c. 1550-1750.The clasp has a sub-triangular body in plan, with a hooked end and an incomplete strap frame at the opposite end. The rectangular frame for taking a strap is broken, with only the bases of the arms projecting from the body of the clasp.The surface has scrolling vegetal motif in relief, though obscured by corrosion. The underside of the clasp retains a thick, compact layer of iron corrosion.The decoration suggests a late 16th or 17th century date. If not a sword belt fitting, then a harness strap fitting seems likely.
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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