Record ID: LVPL-B92263
Object type: SCABBARD
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Norfolk
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete cast white metal (probably pewter) scabbard chape of Late Medieval to Early Post Medieval dating (1400 - 1600 AD). The chape appears to have been cast as opposed to being formed from a sheet of white metal, folded and crimped into shape. It is is sub triangular in plan, and pentagonal in cross section. The chape is incomplete, with damage present around the mouth, indicating that it was originally longer. The tip / end of the scabbard is also pentagonal in shape, and is flat. No decoration appears to be present on any surface. The chape is a mid grey colour, with an…
Created on: Tuesday 24th May 2011
Last updated: Wednesday 22nd June 2011
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