Clasp
1860-1870 (made)
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Two-part cast silver clasp. The two halves are identical, except for the fittings, with a classical helmeted head in profile facing left in a renaissance frame of broken scrolls. One half has a large loop attached, and the other has a hook facing forwards. There are small holes pierced round the edges for attachment.
Object details
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| Parts | This object consists of 2 parts.
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| Materials and techniques | Cast silver |
| Brief description | Cast silver clasp with a classical head on each part, Germany, 1860-1870. |
| Physical description | Two-part cast silver clasp. The two halves are identical, except for the fittings, with a classical helmeted head in profile facing left in a renaissance frame of broken scrolls. One half has a large loop attached, and the other has a hook facing forwards. There are small holes pierced round the edges for attachment. |
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| Accession number | 86&PART-1872 |
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| Record created | June 24, 2009 |
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