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Description: | An incomplete copper alloy artefact, of uncertain function and dating, but possibly of Late Early Medieval dating (11th Century AD).The artefact is rectangular in shape, with a sub rectangular cross section. Both ends exhibit post depositional breaks. One end has the remains of a probable circular perforation (original diameter can not be determined), and is relatively flat. The artefact then increases in thickness in the central section, with a raised area made out of three ridges. The other end is undecorated. The lower surface has the remains of a central groove, running the length of the artefact.It measures 42.6 mm in length, 8.8 mm wide and 5.9 mm thick. It weighs 10.5 g.The artefact is a dark brown colour, with an even surface patina. Abrasion, caused by movement whilst within the plough soil, has resulted in the loss of most of the original surface detail.No direct parallel to this artefact has been found at the time of recording. It is possible that it is part of a harness fitting of Anglo-Scandinavian origin, such as IOW-042F4C and SF-3AA7DB. But equally the groove on the reverse is suggestive that it might be part of a tumbrel such as NMS-DC44D6.
Original Image | Publisher: | http://finds.org.uk | Source: | Portable Antiquities | Identifier: | https://finds.org.uk/database/artefacts/ | Go to resource |
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