Domed stud from legionary apron

This was part of the legionary soldier’s armour. Metal discs like these hung on leather straps from the soldier’s belt.

Object Summary

Accession Loan No.
9/2005/10/2
Category
Antiquities
Collection Class
Exeter archaeology
Collection Area Region
Northern Europe
Collector Excavator
Exeter Museums Archaeological Field Unit
Material
copper alloy
Common Name
domed stud from legionary apron
Simple Name
apron fitting; boss; stud
Period Classification
Roman (43-410)
Production Year Low
50
Production Year High
75

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boss; stud