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Description: | A complete copper alloy biconvex button, of Late Medieval to Early Post Medieval dating (AD 1400 to AD 1550).The button can be described in two parts: The head and the shank.The head is biconvex in shape. The head has been made from four triangular plates with points folded into the centre, to form a hollow head. The shank consists of a circular sectioned piece of metal with a circular peforation (hole) located at the end. The internal diameter of the hole is 1.8 mmIt measures 20.6 mm in length, with a diameter of 10.6 mm on the head. The shank is 3.7 mm thick and 3.0 mm wide. It weighs 1.9 gThe button is a mid to dark green colour, with an uneven surface patina. Abrasion, caused by movement whilst within the plough soil, has resulted in a loss of some of the original surface.
Original Image | Publisher: | http://finds.org.uk | Source: | Portable Antiquities | Identifier: | https://finds.org.uk/database/artefacts/ | Go to resource |
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