Record ID: NMS-613BBC
Object type: LOCK
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Norfolk
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Roman copper alloy lock pin dating to the period c. AD 43 - 409. The circular head is 'spindle-shaped' and tapers into a tapering circular-sectioned shank. Cf. Crummy 1983, 124, nos. 4142-3. These are often identified as local pins from a locking mechanism, but may have had other functions such as decorative fittings or furniture handles.
Created on: Thursday 5th April 2018
Last updated: Tuesday 29th May 2018
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