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Description: | Two fragments from two separate cast copper alloy spurs of probably later post medieval (1600-1750) date. The two fragments are similar consists of the small fragment from the arm / side arm of the spur. and the pierced terminal. The breaks on both are old and much worn; each is lentoid in cross section. The terminal of each ends in a rounded knop; this knop is pierced and a circular headed strap stud (mushroom shaped button) is applied / fitted. A small pierced oval shaped projection extends from the upper edge of the spur arm; this pierced tab would hold another similar stud or a hooked mount / buckle that would have fitted onto the straps which held the spur to the foot. The fragment is a mid - dark green colour with an abraded polished patina which covers all surfaces. A light green corrosion product is present. A similar spur has been recorded by David Williams from Bramley, Surry (SUR-12DF42). Spurs are relatively common in the later 17th and 18th Centuries when fashion dictated they were worn as an article of dress rather than for just ridingThe fragments measure:1. 34.9mm length, 25.5mm width, the arm is 3.0mm thick; the button strap stud has a circular head 10.2mm diameter, the shank is 4.2mm and it projects 5.7mm from the body of the spur. It weighs 6.71 grams2. 30.5mm length, 16.6mm width, the arm is 2.0mm thick; the button strap stud has a circular head 9.3mm diameter, the shank is 3.9mm and it projects 5.6mm from the body of the spur. It weighs 4.87 grams | Publisher: | http://finds.org.uk | Source: | Portable Antiquities | Identifier: | http://finds.org.uk/database/artefacts/r... | Go to resource |
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