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Clasp

1860-1870 (made)
Artist/Maker
Place of origin

Two-part clasp with hook curled forward, and extension chain of eight large links. Each part is circular, engraved with stylised floral designs, and has three tabs round the edge, with punched holes for attachment.


Object details

Categories
Object type
Parts
This object consists of 2 parts.

  • Clasps
  • Clasps
Materials and techniques
Engraved sheet silver, with silver chain
Brief description
Two-part silver clasp with extension chain, Salamanca (Spain), 1860-1870.
Physical description
Two-part clasp with hook curled forward, and extension chain of eight large links. Each part is circular, engraved with stylised floral designs, and has three tabs round the edge, with punched holes for attachment.
Dimensions
  • Width: 112mm
  • Height: 27mm
  • Depth: 4mm
Collection
Accession number
1142-1873

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Record createdJune 24, 2009
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