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Description: | An incomplete copper alloy stud dating to the Roman period (AD 43 - AD 410).The head of the stud is circular, domed, and around two thirds complete. A circular sectioned central shaft protrudes from the centre of the underside, and terminates in a flat base.The metal has a green-ish grey, uneven patina. The stud is 14.0 mm long, 19.7 mm in diameter and weighs 4.7 g.Appels et al. (2007, 92) notes that studs of this type are often described as "fungiform" because of their resemblance to mushrooms. This style is normally dated to the 3rd Century, but like many Roman belt studs can be difficult to distinguish from later examples (Appels et al. 2007, 92).Reference:Appels, A., Laycock, S. and Payne, G., 2007 Roman Buckles and Military Fittings Witham : Greenlight Publishing, p. 92, fig. AA10.14 and AA10.15.
Original Image | Publisher: | http://finds.org.uk | Source: | Portable Antiquities | Identifier: | https://finds.org.uk/database/artefacts/ | Go to resource |
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