Weight
5th century (made)
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Counterpoise weight from a steelyard, the ring is formed by two ragged oak-sprays, each with an acorn at the top; with iron staple.
Object details
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| Brief description | Brass weight in the shape of a ring formed by two sprays of oak leaves each with an acorn, Byzantine, 5th century |
| Physical description | Counterpoise weight from a steelyard, the ring is formed by two ragged oak-sprays, each with an acorn at the top; with iron staple. |
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| Credit line | Dr. W. L. Hildburgh F.S.A. Gift |
| Historical context | This is a counterpoise weight from a steelyard |
| Production | Byzantium |
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| Accession number | M.4-1947 |
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| Record created | February 13, 2004 |
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