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Description: | An incomplete Medieval cast copper-alloy gilt strap fitting probably dating to the 12th-13th centuries AD. The fitting is formed of a central circular disc, which is convex at the upper surface and concave to the underside. From this central circular disc two integrally cast rectangular in plan and flat in section extensions are visible (measuring 10mm in length by 11.8mm in width), which are both pierced by a circular aperture (diameter 2.7mm). One of these rectangular extensions continues with a narrowed rectangular bar, which extends for 22.5mm then loops underneath itself to fasten at the circular aperture. A single copper-alloy rivet remains in situ, with a gilt domed top at the upper surface of the fitting. It is possible a similar integral extension might have existed to the other rectangular form, as the present end is worn and could represent a break. This artefact has a dark red brown colour overall with areas of light green corrosion, with the remains of gilding visible to the upper surface.This strap fitting measures 69.8mm in length, with a width of 9.8mm and a thickness of 1.3mm. The central disc measures 23.7mm in diameter and it weighs 9.54 grams.
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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