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Roman copper alloy helmet / lorica segmentata boss
Circular boss with a shallow central dome surrounded by a band of beading with an outer border of repousse ovals. Traces of lead-tin alloy on the back. Cf Robinson 1975, Fig 83 - used on helmets and 'lorica segmentata' in 1st century. Also Webster 1985, Fig 78, No 17, on 'lorica segmentata' fragment from a feature dated to AD54-60. Condition: only about half survives.
Collection Area
Archaeology & Numismatics
Item Number
82.22H/2.129
Find Information
Site Name: Segontium, Caernarfon
Grid Reference: SH 485 624
Collection Method: excavation
Date: 1978
Notes: Context, Code: 1643, Feature type: clay, Date of context: phase 10 late 4th century
Acquisition
Donation, 31/3/1982
Measurements
diameter / mm:c. 28
Material
copper alloy
Location
In store
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