Record ID: LVPL-FF4515
Object type: PLATE BROOCH
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Cheshire West and Chester
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete Roman copper alloy oval gilded plate brooch dating to c AD 200-350. The brooch is very worn and is missing the pin. The central 'gem' is complete but scratched. The brooch is oval with two incomplete gilded zones of decoration around a central black glass oval stone which is conical rising to a point in the centre. The outer zone of gilded decoration is decorated with chevrons. The inner zone of gilded decoration is decorated with a stamped diamond pattern. On the back is a remnant of the catchplate and pin retaining mechanism. The front of the brooch is gilded and th…
Created on: Wednesday 7th March 2018
Last updated: Sunday 15th July 2018
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Davenham', grid reference and parish protected.