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Description: | A copper alloy unidentified object of probable medieval to post medieval date (c. AD 1200 - 1600). The object is D-shaped in cross section and is curved along its length. It commences in an old break and then tapers along its length to an old break. The object appears to exhibit traces of zoomorphic decoration in the form of a moulded snout with an incised groove indicating the eye and two inverted V-shaped grooves above indicating ears, however, the design is heavily worn.The shape and decoration of the piece suggests that it may be a brooch or buckle.The object measures 34.34mm in length, 9.91mm maximum width, 3.57mm minimum width, is 5.09mm thick and weighs 5.46g.
Original Image | Publisher: | http://finds.org.uk | Source: | Portable Antiquities | Identifier: | https://finds.org.uk/database/artefacts/ | Go to resource |
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