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Description: | An unidentified cast copper alloy fitting of probable Roman date (50-400 AD). The fitting is irregular in plan being very similar in shape to a Roman brooch. In profile it has a distinct and gentle / elegant curve. The head - top - is much thicker than the bow/ The upper part of the object has two small sub-rectangular projections (one either side) which are positioned on a thicker bar. Below this the sides are parallel in width and thickness. At the base the fitting is broken. Along the spine of the object are a series of square shaped studs forming a single central ridge. The external edges are slight raised. The object is a mid green grey colour with an even patina; the break is unpatinated and recent. A direct parallel or function has not been found - it is very similar in shape to a robust brooch but lacks any pin / hinge spring. The two lugs either side could possibly have allowed the object to pivot possibly as some form of furniture fitting.It measures 44.2mm length, 21.5mm across the lugs / head, 12.0mm across the bow and is 7.4mm thick at the same point. It weighs 24.63 grams | Publisher: | http://finds.org.uk | Source: | Portable Antiquities | Identifier: | http://finds.org.uk/database/artefacts/r... | Go to resource |
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