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Record ID: BH-DF5956
Object type: CUFF LINK
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Hertfordshire
Workflow stage: Published
A circular silver cufflink component or button, slightly damaged on its vertical side and projecting, right-angled rim. The upper surface is decorated by a pair of relief-stamped hearts, set side-by-side, with a crown above (Lewis type 1, form A) and a stippled field surrounding. A loop has been attached to the centre of the hollow underside.
'Crown and heart' silver buttons and cufflinks are discussed in detail by Dr. Michael Lewis (2012). The device is widely thought to commemorate the marriage of Charles II to Catherine of Braganza, in 1662 (ibid. 3). Close parallels for the com…
Created on: Saturday 10th May 2014
Last updated: Friday 2nd September 2016
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This findspot is known as 'Furneux Pelham', grid reference and parish protected.
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