Record ID: BH-E8ECD6
Object type: STRAP FITTING
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Bedford
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
One half of a Medieval copper-alloy swivel. The object consists of a roughly D-shaped frame, the diameter of which gradually increases towards the base, where two moulded zoomorphic heads flank a central block. This block is oval in plan and has a circular-sectioned projection at the centre of its flat underside. Dimensions: 20.9mm high, 21.1mm wide, up to 8.6mm thick (block). Weight: 4.98g.
Created on: Tuesday 24th July 2012
Last updated: Wednesday 15th August 2012
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'North Bedfordshire', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: BH-E7F5A7
Object type: STRAP FITTING
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Bedford
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A gilt copper-alloy strap fitting of probable Medieval date. The artefact has been formed by folding widthways a parallel-sided strip of copper-alloy with a sub-circular end. The underside of this circular end has been secured to the opposite end by means of a circular-sectioned rivet. The remaining traces of gilding on the heavily corroded object are confined to the upper surface. Dimensions: 21.9mm long, 12mm wide, 8.1mm thick (top). Weight: 4.11g.
Created on: Tuesday 24th July 2012
Last updated: Wednesday 15th August 2012
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'North Bedfordshire', grid reference and parish protected.