Wmid-5ac3b1 2018t143 - Modified strap end

A complete early medieval copper-alloy strap-end with rear hook attachment, decorated with a silver sheet applique. The strap-end is teardrop-shaped in plan with a zoomorphic terminal and split attachment end, comprising two integral plates and two rivet holes complete with silver rivets. The zoomorphic terminal comprises an animal's head with a rounded snout, slit-like mouth and raised elongated ears, executed in relief. The eyes are also in light relief and are rounded. On the upper face of the object is a thin silver applique decorated with a face with circular eyes and incised brow, nose, mouth and chin.

At the rear of the strap end is an integral copper-alloy hook that projects at a 90 degree angle and then folds upwards towards the upper terminal and silver rivets. This is placed in the lower half of the rear face.

For more detail, please visit the online database record available at: https://finds.org.uk/database/artefacts/record/id/889319

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