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LOT 1163
Iron Age Celtic 'Published' Bronze Strap Mounted Terret Ring
CIRCA 1ST CENTURY B.C.-1ST CENTURY A.D.
2 in. (29.1 grams, 50 mm).
The harness fitting comprised of an ovate loop and integral rectangular basal strap loop to the lower edge. [No Reserve]
Provenance
Found whilst searching with a metal detector near Coniston Cold, North Yorkshire, UK, circa 2018.
Accompanied by a copy of the British Museum's Portable Antiquities Scheme (PAS) report no.YORYM-E60DC4.
Published
Leahy, Kevin and Lewis, Michael, Finds Identified, Essex, 2018, p.307.
Footnotes
Terret rings were used as rein guides on chariots. They were set in a line along the yoke and five terrets were usually used per chariot.
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LOT 1163
Iron Age Celtic 'Published' Bronze Strap Mounted Terret Ring
Sold for (Inc. bp): £85
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