Record ID: DOR-8E3854
Object type: LAMP HANGER
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Dorset
Workflow stage: Published
A copper alloy Roman object, probably a lamp hanger. The object consists of a conical centrepiece with a circular drilled perforation in the centre. It is decorated by a series of incised vertical grooves irregularly spaced. A semi-circular suspension loop projects from either side of the body, each terminating in a circular knop with a flattened top. The object measures 29.39mm in length, 10.06mm maximum width, 4.59mm minimum width, is 8.65mm thick and weighs 5.76g.
Created on: Thursday 23rd October 2014
Last updated: Friday 31st October 2014
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Gussage St Michael', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: DOR-8E1C9B
Object type: LAMP HANGER
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Dorset
Workflow stage: Published
A copper alloy Roman object, probably a lamp hanger dating to the period c. AD 43 - 410. The object consists of a conical centrepiece with a circular drilled perforation in the centre. It is decorated by a series of five incised concentric grooves. A semi-circular suspension loop projects from either side of the body, each terminating in a conical knop. The object has a smooth dark green patina. The metal has a high tin content. The object measures 41.99mm in length, 15.01mm maximum width, 4.64mm minimum width, is 7.48mm thick and weighs 12.41g.
Created on: Thursday 23rd October 2014
Last updated: Friday 31st October 2014
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Gussage St Michael', grid reference and parish protected.