Record ID: LEIC-FAFDD1
Object type: CART FITTING
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Leicestershire
Workflow stage: Published
Roman copper alloy duck or swans head fitting, 42mm long, 20mm wide and 4mm thick. The object is in good condition with a green patina and weighs 13.45grams. The object is essentially a sub circular shaft which is curved to form a partial hook. It has a terminal which flattens, and curves upwards slightly, to form a stylised beak. Behind this are stylised 'almond' shaped eyes carved into a protruding ridge. Above this are two incised chevrons carved into the top of the head. Its other end has traces of a flat terminal which appears broken. The object is very similar to one found in Co…
Created on: Thursday 5th March 2009
Last updated: Tuesday 24th August 2021
Spatial data recorded.