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Description: | An unidentified object of probably Post Medieval to Modern date, but possibly earlier. It is a squat cylinder of lead, with one end shaped into a pointed shallow cone. The sides are stright, but slightly crenellated and faceted. The base is flat with rounded corners, and has a depression in the centre. This is less well patinated than the rest of the object. The hole is conical and is not threaded. The object is 8.4mm tall, 1.3mm diameter and 6.26g. It has a smooth grey green patina, showing grey where the patina is missing.The function of this object is not clear. It could be a pin head, though the hole does not seem deep enough to securely hold a separate shaft. The recessed panels on the sides suggest it was designed to aid grip, so a handle or knob is possible. It could also be used as a gaming counter with the hole on the reverse is later damage. There are also many other possibilities.
Original Image | Publisher: | http://finds.org.uk | Source: | Portable Antiquities | Identifier: | https://finds.org.uk/database/artefacts/ | Go to resource |
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