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Description: | A slightly worn but complete cast copper-alloy strap fitting of probable Medieval date (1200-1450), presumably a belt mount for the suspension of a dress accessory or functional item. The strap fitting is rectangular in plan and flat in section, and formed from a single piece of copper-alloy which has been bent in half and riveted together, maintaining a space in between for the strap. The copper-alloy circular in section rivet is retained in situ to the end of the strap fitting. The upper surface terminates in a square cast motif with three small nicks to the lower edge and sides; the rivet passes through the centre of this square detail. This artefact has a dark green colour overall, with the ends of the rivet now appearing a darker brown colour.This strap fitting measures 17.3mm in length, with a width of 6.3mm and a thickness of 1.3mm. It weighs 1.54 grams.NB. image upside-down.
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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