NHER 33483 (Find Spot record) - Medieval metalwork

January 1998. Metal detecting finds.
2 medieval coins. See list in file.
Square medieval strap end cast in one piece. Hollow square plate is decorated with an engraved letter 'I' (? for Jesus) with rocker arm above and below and a wavy line to either side. Plate ends with a double transverse moulding and a tree-like knop. Two iron rivets to secure strap. Early 15th century. Very heavy, rather greyish, metal suggests high lead copper alloy. See (S1).
Identified H. Geake (NCM).
A. Rogerson (NLA) 27 February 1998.