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Roman copper alloy Polden Hill brooch
The head of the bow is recessed to either side of the chord loop to accommodate the wire of the chord. The openwork of the catchplate is simplified and its return is ornamented with two transverse indented lines. The pin is missing.
Collection Area
Archaeology & Numismatics
Item Number
82.10H/3.17
Find Information
Site Name: Usk Detention Centre, Usk
Grid Reference: SO 3801 0057
Collection Method: excavation
Date: 1969
Notes: from fortress latrine pit
Acquisition
Donation, 2/3/1982
Measurements
length / mm:60.0
width / mm:22.0 (across bar)
thickness / mm:4.0
Material
copper alloy
Techniques
cast
Location
Caerleon: Case 04 Usk Bronzes
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