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Description: | A complete copper alloy symmetrical bar mount of Post Medieval Dating (16th to 17th Centuries AD).The mount is irregular in plan and sub rectangular in cross section. The mount consists of a central lozenge, with a lozenge / diamond to either side. Both ends and the centre have been decorated with a vague floral motif, consisting of a central raised pellet, with associated raised radiating rays (petals).The back of the mount is plain, with two integrally cast attachment spikes. Both are complete, and taper to a blunt point. Both exhibit a 90 degree bent approximately 2/3 thirds of the way down their length. The shanks are rectangular in cross section.The mount is a dark green 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. It measures 30.0 mm in length, 14.6 mm wide and 16.8 mm thick (including attachment spikes). The front face of the mount is 3.3 mm thick. It weighs 4.1 grams.Bar mounts of this style, with two integrally cast attachment spikes tend to be of Post Medieval dating (16th to 17th Centuries AD). They are a common find, and come in a variety of designs.
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