Strap junction

This bronze strap junction was found at the site of the native hillfort at Traprain Law in East Lothian. It was used on a harness sometime during the first two centuries AD.

The strap junction has two loops at the back. It was crudely made, and is now in poor condition, with a very pitted surface.

Leather on harnesses rarely survives, but the metal fittings and ornaments are often preserved. Strap junctions come in many forms, some quite elaborate and decorative.

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Online ID:	000-100-039-965-C
Image Rights Holder:	National Museums Scotland
Project:	0098: National Museums Scotland Project description \| View all records in project
Ref:	National Museums Scotland X.GVM 318
Date:	Between 0 and 200 AD
Material:	Copper alloy; cruciform; boss in centre; two oval projections on opposite sides and triangular projections at top and bottom with crescentic piercing; two loops at the back
Dimensions:	49 mm x 49 mm
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Where:	Scotland, East Lothian, Traprain Law
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Description:	Copper alloy strap junction, from Traprain Law
References:	MacGregor, Morna. Early Celtic art in North Britain. Leicester: Leicester University Press, 1976, vol. 1, pp. 33-5, 58 ; vol. 2, no. 26.
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