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Description: | An incomplete cast copper alloy headstud brooch of Roman date. The head of the brooch is comprised of tubular wings which are now extremely corroded. From the wings a circular sectioned bow extends curving slightly and terminating in a worn break. A slight recess is present on the upper bow suggesting the original presence of a headstud. The brooch appears undecorated.The metal has a mid reddish-brown patina and is worn. The brooch is 28.9mm long, 16.4mm wide, 5mm thick and weighs 4.7g.Similar examples are illustrated in Hattatt, p.332, fig.191 and are dated to the 2nd Century AD.
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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