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Description: | An incomplete cast lead alloy artefact of uncertain function, of probable Late Medieval to Post Medieval dating (AD 1400 to AD 1800).The artefact is sub square in plan, and broadly resembles a square cushion with tassles attached to each corner. Two of the 'tassles' are missing. The front is smooth and may have originally had an embossed design on it. Due to abrasion, this design is unclear. The reverse is rough and exhibits air bubble. A casting ridge is present around the sides of the artefact.It measures 30.05 mm in length, 31.08 mm wide and 4.74 mm thick. It weighs 9.9 g.The artefact is a mid to dark grey colour, with an even surface patina. Abrasion, caused by movement whilst within the plough soil, has resulted in a loss of some of the original surface detail. Patches of black and the rough surface on the reverse of the item are suggestive that it may have been placed in a fire or similar heat source for a short amount of time.No direct parallel has been found for this artefact at the time of recording. It could have been a pendant, a pilgrim souvenir or possibly a toy cushion. These are all possibly identifications and are by no means definite.
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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