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Description: | An incomplete lead or lead alloy steelyard weight, of probable Roman dating (1st to 2nd Century AD).The weight is biconical in shape. A central circular recess is present in the base of the weight (internal diameter is 14.6 mm). The remains of the copper alloy suspension loop are present at the top of the weight.It measures 38.7 mm tall, with a maximum diameter of 43.9 mm. The copper alloy loop is 2.5 mm wide and 0.9 mm thick. It weighs 203.7 g (7.19 oz).The weight is a light grey to off white colour, with an even surface patina.Similar biconical weights have been found associated with Roman steelyards, such as WMID-184456 and WMID-049777 and can be dated from 1st to 2nd Centuries AD.
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