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from Newstead, Roxburghshire

Postcard of Clip.
000-100-037-063-C
© National Museums Scotland

Clip

This bronze clip is one of a number of similar objects found during excavations at the site of the Roman fort at Newstead in Roxburghshire. Dating from between 80 and 100 AD, it was part of a horse harness,

The loop on the left of the clip held a ring to which several other clips were attached. There are five holes for metal studs.

Leather on harnesses rarely survives, but the metal fittings and ornaments are often preserved. The Roman auxiliary cavalry had both simple and elaborate harnesses.


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Online ID: 000-100-037-063-C
Image Rights Holder: National Museums Scotland
Project: 0098: National Museums Scotland
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Ref: National Museums Scotland  X.FRA 509
Date: Between 80 and 100 AD
Material: Brass; five perforations for studs; heart-shaped terminal
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What: Junction loop
Subject:
Who: Newstead Collection
Where: Scotland, Roxburghshire, Melrose, Newstead
Event:
Description: Brass junction loop from Newstead
References:
  • Curle, J. A Roman frontier post and its people: the fort of Newstead. Glasgow: MacLehose, 1911, Pl. LXXII. 
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