Record ID: WMID-4AB6AF
Object type: BROOCH
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Worcestershire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete copper alloy Roman brooch of Colchester derivative, Polden Hill type (Mackreth Part 3, Group 4, flat wing ends type), c.f. Mackreth 2011, 4.l. Plate 48, dating (AD 80 toAD 120). The pin and catch plate are missing, presumed lost in antiquity. The bow is broad, angular with a hump like head. Part of the rearward facing hook is missing at the rear. The bow gradually tapers down to the terminal where the foot is round and small. The upper bow is decorated with a central, fluted vertical rib, and there is a decorative moulding in relief on the crown of the brooch. T…
Created on: Tuesday 9th January 2018
Last updated: Tuesday 23rd January 2018
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