From Newstead, Roxburghshire
This bronze strap fastener was found during excavations at the site of the Roman fort at Newstead in Roxburghshire. It was used to fasten straps on a horse harness belonging to a member of the auxiliary cavalry. It was used sometime between 80 and 180 AD.
Bronze strap fastener from Newstead
The harnesses of Roman cavalrymen were decorated with a range of mounts and pendants. Some of the finer examples were probably used in tournaments or ceremonies rather than fighting.
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