Record ID: YMT-DD387B
Object type: BROOCH
Broad period: ROMAN
County: North Yorkshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete copper-alloy Roman T-shape brooch dating from 50 - 150AD. Solid cast bow with wings rolled back at head to form hinged pin mechanism with slit for pin (missing). Bow tapers slightly towards round knob with flat bottom riveted onto the foot. The catchplate at the back of the brooch is well preserved. Narrow with no decoration, the brooch is 56.35mm at maximum length and 16.56mm at maximum width, with a thickness of 13.26mm. The weight is 6.67g. While not complete, the brooch is in good condition and the metal is a deep greenish-brown in colour.
Created on: Friday 11th August 2017
Last updated: Friday 1st September 2017
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'North Yorkshire', grid reference and parish protected.