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Description: | An incomplete cast copper-alloy Medieval strap end (AD 1150-1450). The strap end is a composite three piece type. This example consists of the broken front plate which is circular with a ovate aperture. The knop, back plate and spacer are all missing due to an old break. The front plate is decorated with integrally cast linear cross hatched style pattern. The reverse of the plate is smooth and undecorated with the exception of four equally spaced rivets.The metal is a dark green in colour.Length: 39.2mmWidth: 33.1mmThickness: 4.2mmWeight: 14.1gEgan, Dress accessories, pg 140, No, 650.
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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