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Description: | An incomplete copper alloy probable Colchester Derivative (Dolphin Hinged) type, probably of Roman dating (AD 55 to AD 100).Approximately 25% of the brooch is present, consisting of bow, head and hinge. The rest is missing, presumed lost in antiquity.The bow is D-shaped, with an angled head. The back of the bow flat and undecorated. The bow has been decorated with a central ridge that start at the hinge and then continues to the mid point of the bow. This ridge has been decorated with multiple transverse grooves. The back of the head has been rolled over to enclose an axial bar for the pin to hinge around. The axial bar is still present, along with the hinged part of the pin. The rest of the pin is missing, presumed lost in antiquity.It measures 29.6 mm in length, 13.9 mm wide and 9.8 mm thick. It weighs 4.1 g.The brooch is a mid to dark green colour, with an uneven patina. Abrasion, caused by movement whilst within the plough soil, has resulted in a loss of the original surface detail.
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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