Record ID: LANCUM-F77C43
Object type: BROOCH
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Cumbria
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete copper alloy "kräftig-profilierte" or 'strongly profiled' brooch dating from the earlier Roman period (AD 43-AD 100). The brooch survives in good shape with only the pin and part of the spring missing. The other components are in very good condition, with a smooth patina. The brooch can be classified as a "kräftig-profilierte" type. It has short wings that are slightly concave at rear in order to form a seating for a bilateral spring of which about half is missing. A claw at the rear would have secured the interior chord which is an extension of the spring. The bow fla…
Created on: Wednesday 20th July 2016
Last updated: Monday 28th October 2019
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Kirkby Lonsdale', grid reference and parish protected.