A copper alloy box handle. A square filament with two T-shaped projections behind to fit into the box. Complete with a decorative edge projecting from the four sides; incorporating a double concentric circle motif, arranged in groups of 3 along each edge. In the raised front is a circular loop clipped through the fitting and supporting a copper alloy ring.
Recovered from the Walbrook stream bed, close to eastern edge.
Category:
Roman
Object ID:
19181
Object name:
handle, box handle
Object type:
handle, box handle
Artist/Maker:
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Production date:
Roman
Material:
copper alloy
Measurements/duration:
DM (ring) 6 mm, DM (ring) 14 mm, L (inner surface) 22 mm (overall)
