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Copper-alloy triangular belt plate

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posted on 2021-10-26, 19:45 authored by Helena HamerowHelena Hamerow
Two sheet bronze triangular plates. One survives, max. length 2.6cm. Triangular hole in centre, rivet hole in each corner, two of which still contain rivets with spread ends. Their length c. 2.5mm suggests attachment to leather. Probably belt plates.

History

Grave ID

Kingston Down Grave 116

Object ID

M6172

Catalogue Number

M 6172

Material

copper alloy (Sonia Hawkes Material Notes; bronze) (Antiquarian Material; brass)

Complete Keyword List (Including Alternatives)

belt plates (Sonia Hawkes Keyword; belt plates) (Antiquarian Keyword; belt ornaments)

Status

extant

Location

National Museums Liverpool

Collection

Mayer Collection

Original Collection

Faussett

Category ID

buckle

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