Object terms in use on the Scheme's database.
These terms are from the BM/MDA thesaurus of archaeological object terms.
| Term | Scope note | Term type |
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| BRIDLE | Headgear for a horse, usually consisting of a series of buckled straps and a mouthpiece, bridle bit, by which the horse is controlled. | Preferred term |
| BRIDLE BIT | A metal mouth piece used to control an animal, usually used on a horse. | Preferred term |
| BRIDLE FITTING | Attachments that form part of the bridle. | Preferred term |
| BRIQUETAGE | A collective name for the pans and fire bars used in the making of salt through evaporation. | Preferred term |
| BROADSWORD | A broad design of sword used for cutting and slashing. | Preferred term |
| BROOCH | Ornament often with a hinged pin and catch, worn fastened to clothing. | Preferred term |
| BROOCH PIN | A specific type of early medieval pin. Do not use in instances where a pin has become detached from the brooch. | Preferred term |
| Brooch Spring | Narrow term | |
| Broom | Narrow term | |
| BRUSH | A hand held device with bristles or hairs used for cleaning or painting. | Preferred term |
| Brush Holder | The stem or handle of a brush designed to hold the head of the brush. | Narrow term |
| Bucina | Narrow term | |
| BUCKET | Container with arched handle used for carrying liquids, foodstuffs etc. | Preferred term |
| Bucket Handle | Narrow term | |
| Bucket Stave | Narrow term | |
| BUCKLE | Clasp for fastening together two loose ends. | Preferred term |
| Buckle Frame | Narrow term | |
| Buckle Loop | Narrow term | |
| Buckle Pin | Narrow term | |
| Buckle Plate | Narrow term | |
| Buckle Tongue | Narrow term | |
| BUCKLER | A type of shield, usually wooden and circular. | Preferred term |
| Bugle | Use appropriate term. | Narrow term |
| BULL | The seal of a papal document | Preferred term |
| BULLA | A papal document. | Preferred term |
| Bulla (Pendant) | Narrow term | |
| BULLET | A projectile discharged from a weapon, usually a firearm. | Preferred term |
| BULLET MOULD | A mould in which bullets or musket balls are cast. | Preferred term |
| BULLROARER | A piece of wood attached to a thong that makes a roaring sound when the thong is whirled. | Preferred term |
| BUNG | A large stopper, often of cork. | Preferred term |
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