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Description: | Lead possible Shy. Cast object of triangular section with a crescentic edge on which it rests, and with a moulded design of angled ribs on both sides, possibly as a crude depiction of a tiled roof. There are two curls of metal along the apex, possibly the stubs of the legs of a creature, and a third hollow which may result from the loss of a similar feature. According to this interpretation, these stubs and hollow may be where a model has been broken off, possibly a bird. Patinated overall. A shy was a small heavy object which would be thrown as part of a game. A favourite version was to tether a cockerel and pelt it with stones or purpose made weights. First recorded by Sir Thomas More in the 16th century as a diversion on holidays, this pastime was especially popular in rural parts of England in the 18th century. Suggested date: Post-Medieval, 1700-1800.Length: 60mm, Width: 15.6mm, Height: 20.4mm, Weight: 93.98gms.
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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