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Roman copper alloy pendant hanger
The fitting retains traces of gilding and was clearly intended to be decorative as well as functional. At either end are pierced discs for rivets or studs and below the central decorative feature is a slightly irregular hole for the receipt (perhaps) of a pendant or pendant strap.
Collection Area
Archaeology & Numismatics
Item Number
88.165H/136
Find Information
Site Name: Roman Gates Site, Caerleon
Grid Reference: ST 33 91
Collection Method: excavation
Date: 1980-1981
Notes: found during the excavation of barrack-blocks etc. on the 'Roman Gates' site, carried out by the Glamorgan-Gwent Archaeological Trust.
Measurements
length / mm:21
width / mm:48
thickness / mm:2
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