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Description: | An incomplete lead object of uncertain form or date, possibly a strap fitting or similar item. It is rectangular in form, oval sectioned and terminates in old breaks at the top(?) end. The lower corners are slightly curved or clipped and at the top of the object the old breaks give the impression of a split attachment end with incomplete circular rivet holes, however this does not seem to be deliberate and is simply the result of post-depositional damage. Just below the top edge is a single circular aperture. Both faces have moulded decoration. On one face (front?) there is a transverse band of uncertain form just below the old breaks, beneath which is symmetrical foliate(?) decoration in high relief. The opposite face (back?) has a rectangular motif with single vertical lines to each side, between which are a series of transverse lines creating a ladder-like effect. The entire object is worn and shows some sign of post-depositional damage and corrosion. It measures 32.39mm in length, 26.49mm in width, 5.09mm in thickness and 20.61g in weight.The precise form, function and date of this object remain uncertain. The attachment(?) end is perhaps suggestive that it may have been utilised as a strap fitting or similar item, as is also supported by the decoration on both faces. However, precisely how and when it would have been used remains uncertain.
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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