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Roman copper alloy belt fitting or junction loop
Comprising a long narrow rectangular eyelet from one long side of which a narrowing tongue of copper alloy extends describing a right angled turn to form a hook which terminates in an expanded "button". This takes the form of a stylized flower with four petals defined by intersecting moulded and impressed lines and separated by hollowed scalloped areas. The rear of the "button" shows considerable roughness resulting from casting.
Collection Area
Archaeology & Numismatics
Item Number
83.46H/5 (stolen)
Find Information
Site Name: Roman Gates Site, Caerleon
Grid Reference: ST 33 91
Collection Method: excavation
Date: 1980-1981
Notes: found during excavation of the barrack blocks and rampart buildings of the Roman gates site
Measurements
length / mm:42.0
diameter / mm:23.0 (button)
thickness / mm:5.0 (button)
width / mm:29.0 (across hook)
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