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Belt End, Narrow type, c. 3rd Cent

Copper alloy; 70mm/7.4gm

Con/ Small break, otherwise, As Cast and Fabricated; original peened closure rivet intact; green and brown patina.

Ref/ A&L AA 11.18

Seller's Note/ Once belts began to be split into two ends from the mid 2nd century, each end had a narrow terminal - usually with a pendant on a hinged strap-end. These terminals were used in pairs and were usually identical. The most common form was the narrow tear-drop which was in use circa AD 150/160 - 250/300. See the second photo as an example of the split belt ends.