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Description: | An incomplete copper alloy sword belt hanger of Post-medieval date (AD 1550-1700). The object is composed of a moulded stylized foliate design with an integral upper suspension loop which is recurved forwards with a round knop. Below the loop the hanger are bifid projections and then taper towards the trefoil terminals. Between the bifid projections is a single central, circular perforation. Between the trefoil terminal is an intact, heavily corroded iron rivet. The reverse of the object is smooth, flat and undecorated. The visible perforation at the reverse has been counter sunk.The metal is dark green in colour with a smooth patina.
Original Image | Publisher: | http://finds.org.uk | Source: | Portable Antiquities | Identifier: | https://finds.org.uk/database/artefacts/ | Go to resource |
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