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Description: | A post medieval copper alloy gilded strap fitting or decorative mount dating to the period AD c1600-1700. The mount is in the shape of a 'Tudor' rose, with moulded decoration comprising a central pellet surrounded by three rings of five petals on the front and five sepals between each of the outer ring of petals. There is the remains of gilding on the front. On the reverse, are two integrally cast attachment prongs which were inserted through a leather strap and folded over to hold the fitting in place. A small remnant of the leather strap remains attached to the prongs.
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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