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Description: | An incomplete possible key or handle likely dating to the Post Medieval period c. AD 1600 - 1900. The object consists of a central knop which sits at the junction between two intersecting circles, creating crescent opening on either side, with a small oval opening at the centre. From the middle point of openwork circles extends the shaft, this has a globular knop on either side at the top. The shaft is cylindrical and gradually widens to a raised collar. The shaft is broken across this collar revealing the remains of an iron core or attachment.The object measures 47.8 mm in length, 28.8 mm wide, 6.8 mm wide and weighs 12.29 g.The function of this object is unclear, however it resembles a key and is perhaps for winding a clock or a furniture key or handle.
Original Image | Publisher: | http://finds.org.uk | Source: | Portable Antiquities | Identifier: | https://finds.org.uk/database/artefacts/ | Go to resource |
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