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Harness mount of bronze

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From Jarlshof, Shetland

Postcard of Harness mount of bronze.
000-100-042-736-C
© National Museums Scotland

Harness mount of bronze

This gilt bronze harness mount was found at Jarlshof in Shetland. The style of ornamentation suggests an Irish or Scottish origin for the mount, which was carried to Jarlshof either as loot or trade between 700 and 900.

Gilt bronze harness mount found at Jarlshof, interpreted as loot from Scotland or Ireland

Harness equipment could be utilitarian or highly ornate. A prestigious item like this one displayed the owner's wealth and status.


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Online ID: 000-100-042-736-C
Image Rights Holder: National Museums Scotland
Project: 0098: National Museums Scotland
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Ref: National Museums Scotland  X.HSA 860
Date: Between 700 and 900
Material: Bronze, partly gilt; bar shape, palmette projection above, three projections at back; bar, four sunk panels with interlace, central round panel with lentoid shapes; palmette projection, cast interlace, beaded border
Dimensions: 1.85" H x 2.80" L
What: Mount, harness
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Where: Scotland, Shetland, Sumburgh, Jarlshof
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