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Description: | An incomplete copper alloy dolphin (hinged) type, of Roman dating (AD 55 to AD 100).Approximately 50% of the brooch is present, consisting of bow and wings. The rest of the brooch is missing, presumed lost in antiquity.The bow is D-shaped, with an angled head. The wings are circular in shape. The reverse of the wing have been decorated with vertical grooves, giving the impression of a coiled spring. The bow is decorated with vertical ridges. It measures 21.2 mm in length, 18.7 mm wide and 9.2 mm thick. It weighs 4.4 g.The brooch is a mid to dark green colour, with an even 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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