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10.11.2021

Fitting

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Cultural and Temporal Context: Reflecting the Carolingian period, crafted in the 9th century

Excavation Location: Unearthed in Europe, specifically in the British Isles, in Dorset, Purbeck, at Wareham

Materials: Constructed from silver, adorned with gold and niello

Craftsmanship Technique: Created through casting, gilding, niello application, and partial gilding

Description: This is a square silver mount, richly gilt, that was cast as a decorative piece. It features a deeply recessed fluted outer frame adorned with a border of acanthus branches. In the center of the mount is a domed square, which is decorated with an equal-pointed cross having diamond-shaped ends, and at the cross's center, there's a four-leafed motif. Acanthus tufts are positioned between the arms of the cross. Along the edge of the mount, silver marks are apparent and are believed to be likely niello applications. The otherwise unadorned back of the mount is equipped with two intact lugs for attachment, along with two lugs that are partially broken.

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