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Description: | A cast copper alloy steelyard weight probably dating to the Medieval period. The object is oval in plan and cross-section. The object tapers towards the top which is circular in cross-section. The sides of the object are rounded and each face is flat. An integral attachment loop which is pierced projects from the top of the object. The base of the object is curved and it is likely that it would have been suspended during use. The remains of gilding can be seen on each face of the object. The object weighs 34.0g.
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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