Record ID: WILT-A5BF2E
Object type: STRAP END
Broad period: EARLY MEDIEVAL
County: Hampshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A copper alloy early-medieval strap end dating to the 9th century AD. The strap end is a Class B Type 2: Trewhiddle type with zoomorphic terminal and wedge end decorations. There is a double line border on on the decorations. The strap end has a slightly tapered shaft. Dimensions: Length: 43.63mm, Width at wedge end: 10.33mm, Width at terminal: 6.23mm, Thickness: 2.32mm, Weight: 4.48g. Similar to: Thomas (2003) Finds Research Group AD 700 - 1700 Datasheet 32, p.5, figure 2, No. 13-14.
Created on: Tuesday 27th March 2018
Last updated: Wednesday 12th December 2018
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Record ID: SWYOR-A567E2
Object type: GAMING PIECE
Broad period: EARLY MEDIEVAL
County: North Yorkshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A possible Early Medieval lead alloy gaming piece, dating from AD 800-1000. The object is circular in section and domed, with a slight slant to it. The underside is slightly hollow. It is 14.7 mm in diameter and 13.6mm high. It weighs 17.43gm. It has a well developed cream patina. Similar objects such as LEIC-F39697 and LIN-6BFDEB have been identified as Viking gaming pieces. This identification is more secure when the piece has a decorated top such as crenelations or a crown. LEIC-F39697 cites LEIC-07629A, NCL-FBC856 and SWYOR-13C8D1 notes that similar sized and shaped objects …
Created on: Tuesday 27th March 2018
Last updated: Tuesday 24th April 2018
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