STRAP END 755326

Description: A copper alloy strap end of early medieval date, dating to the 9th Century AD. The strap end is classified as a Thomas Class A, being broadly rectangular with slowly tapering ends, especially at the 'snout' end, the strap end has been bent forwards. The strap end is divided into three areas; the 'snout', zoomorphic in design with pronounced ears, a central panel of a possible interlaced beast. The 'tail' end that has two circular rivet holes and a split in the copper sheeting for the insertion of and the attachment to a leather strap. Both rivets and the circular perforations are missing due to old breaks. The reverse is plain and undecorated. The strap end is 39.65mm in length, 12.7mm wide, 3.1mm thick and weighs 2.68 grams.

Date: 750 - 900

Object type: STRAP END

Last import: August 15, 2017