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Buckler
Small circular shield, or buckler, made of iron. From Wrexham, 15th-16th century.
Formed by fixing 9 concentric bands of iron approx. 2cm wide around a bulbous and pointed central boss; 10 concentric rows of brass headed rivets are fixed into the bands; lined with leather held in position by iron bands; the wooden handle is a restoration.
Collection Area
Social & Cultural History
Item Number
F83.75
Historical Associations
Association Type: Use
Date: 15th century (late)
Place: Wrecsam / Wrexham
Acquisition
Purchase
Measurements
diameter
(mm): 340
Depth
(mm): 115
Material
Leather
Iron
Brass
Location
In store
Classification
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