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Description: | An incomplete copper alloy plate brooch of Roman date. The brooch plate is oval with a central ovate recess. The edges of the plate are broken and worn.To the reverse of the brooch a heavily encrusted semi-circular lug and partial catchplate remain. The pin has been lost.The metal has a dark brown patina and is worn. The brooch is 28.9mm long, 21.1mm wide, 3.3mm thick and weighs 6.1g.Similar examples are illustrated in Hattatt, p.364 fig,223, ad are dated to the 2nd - 3rd century.
Original Image | Publisher: | http://finds.org.uk | Source: | Portable Antiquities | Identifier: | https://finds.org.uk/database/artefacts/ | Go to resource |
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