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Description: | An unidentified copper-alloy sheet fragment from a larger object, probably of Roman to Medieval date. The fragment is sub-rectangular in plan, with one rounded edge that has been pierced centrally with a large circular hole; the other end is broken and it is uncertain how much of the object is missing. Running down the vertical centre of the object from the circular hole to broken end are four evenly spaced smaller punched holes, perhaps to fix the object by means of sewing or smaller rivets or pins. The colour of the metal is of an even dark green patina, suggestive of this period. It is possible that this item is related to Roman military or harness equipment. The fragment measure 28.3mm long, 8.6mm wide, 0.5mm thick and it weighs 0.48 grams.
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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