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Description: | An incomplete cast copper alloy horse's leg, of uncertain function and dating, but probably Post Medieval (AD 1700 to AD 1900).The artefact consists of a moulded horse's leg, with circular cross section in the middle and D shaped to the top and bottom. The ankle and knee joints are represented along with the edge of the hoof and the frog in the centre of the foot.It measures 58.63 mm in length, 8.91 mm wide and 6.14 mm thick. It weighs 8.9 g.The artefact is a light green to mid brown colour, with an uneven surface patina. Abrasion, caused by movement whilst within the plough soil, has resulted in a loss of some of the original surface detail.No direct parallel for this artefact has been found at the time of recording. It is possible that it may be part of a larger figurine or a handle for a set of nutcrackers.
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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