Record ID: LEIC-E1052A
Object type: RIVET
Broad period: EARLY MEDIEVAL
County: Nottinghamshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An Early Medieval copper-allot stud/rivet, dating to c.AD 500 - 600. The stud is circular in plan and rectangular in section. The front of the stud has a chip carved design in the centre. In the centre of the stud is an annulet, radiating around the stud are four sets of three curved lines which create a lozenge style pattern. The outer boarder of the stud is undecoarated. The rear of the stud is also undecorated, projecting from the centre is a cylindrical shaft which terminated in a flattened circular head. The central design has retained traced of gilding. Diameter: 18 mm Th…
Created on: Wednesday 25th May 2022
Last updated: Wednesday 25th May 2022
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Ratcliffe on Soar', grid reference and parish protected.