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Description: | A complete cast lead weight of uncertain date. The weight is biconical but has been slightly flattened at the base possibly due to a deformity. The sides are convex and taper towards each end. At the apex is small hole measuring 2.15mm in diameter and at the base is an iron stud measuring 10.13mm. This was possibly part of an iron loop that would have run through the weight. Around the hole at the apex are traces of iron corrosion. The weight is undecorated, covered in pitting and scratch marks and it has a cream-grey patina. The weight measures 45.07mm in diameter at the centre and 34.52mm in height. This weight weighs 335.08g (11.820oz).Lead is a heavy and soft metal, these properties result in lead artefacts easily becoming damaged and deformed. This damage can occur as a result of the artefact's own weight. The weight of the lead combined with gravity can cause deformities in the original shape of the artefact. | Publisher: | http://finds.org.uk | Source: | Portable Antiquities | Identifier: | http://finds.org.uk/database/artefacts/r... | Go to resource |
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