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Description: | Copper alloy cast Tudor clothes fastener, post medieval in date (c AD1500-1600). The main frame of the fastener is circular with a trapezoidal loop attachment and a hook at the other end, which is bent inwards (part of the hook is missing). The oval shaped body is decorated with a ladies head looking left. The object is in fair condition with some corrosion and has a brown patina. Total measurements: Length 31.14mm, Wide 15.13mm, Thickness 1.22mm. Weight: 1.71g.For comparison see Bailey (2004), 'Buttons and Fasteners 500BC-AD1840' , p. 99, fig 12.35.
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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