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Description: | A cast copper-alloy beehive thimble of medieval to post medieval date (AD 1400-1600). It stands at 17.2mm tall, and weighs 5.4g.The thimble is domed, with slightly flared sides and a rounded, 'tonsure' top. The indentations are hand-punched, following crooked vertical lines up the sides, and circles on the crown. There is little decoration, only two concentric, circular grooves at the base.The base is 18.4mm in diameter, and tapers at the top.
Original Image | Publisher: | http://finds.org.uk | Source: | Portable Antiquities | Identifier: | https://finds.org.uk/database/artefacts/ | Go to resource |
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