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Description: | The incomplete head of a Roman copper alloy heavyweight crossbow brooch dating to the mid 4th century. Keller type K4 ( Keller 1971 Type4, cited from Hattatt 1987, 285-287).. Of the full brooch only one of the integral 'wings' in the form of a rounded bar terminating in collared biconical knob, the riverted central knob of a similar design to the arm terminal and a stub of the bow remains. The brooch head is a mottled grey-brown covered in light green patinaiton.Measurements: 21.2mm long, 34.1mm, 20.7mm in height, arm is 6.9mm thick. 27.42g in weight.
Original Image | Publisher: | http://finds.org.uk | Source: | Portable Antiquities | Identifier: | https://finds.org.uk/database/artefacts/ | Go to resource |
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