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RING
Unique ID: SF-660261
Object type certainty: Certain
Workflow
status: Awaiting validation 
A cast copper-alloy ring of probable Medieval date. It is circular in form, hexagonal in section with tool marks visible on some surfaces and casting seams on interior and exterior edges of the ring. The entire object has a dark green patina and measures 28.06mm in external diameter, 3.17mm in thickness and 4.80g in weight. This is a simple copper-alloy ring that may have performed a variety of functions ranging from horse harness fittings through to curtain rings. Its form suggests a Medieval date is most probable, although an earlier or later date cannot be ruled out entirely.
Subsequent actions
Subsequent action after recording: Returned to finder
Chronology
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
Period from: MEDIEVAL
Period to: MEDIEVAL
Date from: Circa AD 1100
Date to: Circa AD 1500
Dimensions and weight
Quantity: 1
Thickness: 3.17 mm
Weight: 4.8 g
Diameter: 28.06 mm
Discovery dates
Date(s) of discovery: Sunday 10th April 2011
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Other reference numbers
SMR reference number: GDD 010
Other reference: Finder's Ref.: 110410/13
Materials and construction
Primary material: Copper alloy
Manufacture method: Cast
Completeness: Complete
Spatial metadata
Region: Eastern (European Region)County or Unitary authority: Suffolk (County)
District: Mid Suffolk (District)
To be known as: Gedding
Spatial coordinates
Grid reference source: GPS (from the finder)
Unmasked grid reference accurate to a 1 metre square.
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