linch-pin(?)
- Museum number
- 2018,8017.72
- Description
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Copper alloy vase-shaped linch-pin foot, with ridge around circumference of base and domed tip. Iron corrosion remains at the base, but the shank has broken away. Possible remains of gilding on tip.
- Production date
- 50BC-100
- Dimensions
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Diameter: 17.70 millimetres (max)
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Length: 33.70 millimetres
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Weight: 36 grammes
- Curator's comments
- Palk (1992) Type IIB linch-pin, with iron shank and copper alloy terminal fittings. Similar to BM 1847,0208.69 and 75.
- Location
- Not on display
- Acquisition date
- 2018
- Acquisition notes
- Metal-detected find. Metal detectorist has requested to stay anonymous.
- Department
- Britain, Europe and Prehistory
- Registration number
- 2018,8017.72
- Additional IDs
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Previous owner/ex-collection number: 2014-10 (Number assigned by finder during metal-detecting)
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Treasure/PAS number: 2013T832 (Treasure Number)
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Treasure/PAS number: DUR-F30292 (PAS Database Number)