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Description: | An incomplete copper-alloy Roman (AD 50-150) head stud brooch with hinge mechanism and traces of red enamel, consisting of the wings and upper bow only. It measures 23.52mm long and weighs 5.94 grams.The 17.85mm wide wings are roughtly tubular, with perforations at the ends for the axis bar, and a deep notch in the centre to hold the pin. Also in the centre is an incomplete loop. Under the wings where they meet the bow are incised grooves for decoration.The bow extends back from the head and is 8.79mm in width, tapering to a width of 4.98mm at which point the bow terminates in an old break. On the reverse of the bow is a concave groove where it meets the head. The remaining front section of the bow is decorated with a double circular design at the bend, with a trace of red enamel, and a lattice pattern running down the bow, also containing traces of red enamel in some of the lozengeform recesses.
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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