Record ID: SOM-0C6A9A
Object type: CLEAT
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Somerset
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete Roman iron cleat, dating to the period c.AD 43-410. The cleat is oval in plan and rectangular in cross section. There are two integral arms on the logitudinal axis, one projecting at each edge. Both are circular in cross section, and curve outwards and then terminate in worn breaks. Both sides are undecorated. The cleat is corroded in places and has a brown-orange patina on the surface. The cleat measures 22.66mm in length, 13.01mm in width, 2.17mm in thickness and weighs 2.34g. Cf. BERK-BDCDA5 on the database.
Created on: Monday 9th November 2015
Last updated: Tuesday 24th November 2015
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Misterton', grid reference and parish protected.