Record ID: PUBLIC-39471B
Object type: STRAP FITTING
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Gloucestershire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete, cast copper alloy strap fitting of Post Medieval date (1450-1700). The complex plate is heavily abraded. It has a symetrical outline either side of a central piercing, possibly representing two animal heads facing in opposite diections. The mount has a deep green patina with traces of gilding in the recesses of the front face. The undulating surface of the abraded plate suggests decorative moulding, with the suggestion of a eye socket in the possible head at each end. The rear of the plate has two integrally cast lugs, one at each end, these are oval sectioned and taper, e…
Created on: Sunday 14th October 2018
Last updated: Monday 15th October 2018
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Kempley', grid reference and parish protected.