Corinth Object: MF 2015 84
Collection:   Corinth
Type:   Object
Name:   MF 2015 84
Title:   BRONZE FASTENER
Category Code:   MF
Year:   2015
Object Number:   84
Description:   Fastener with ends tapering to rounded point. Two bronze nails, one at each end. Flat on underside. Metal composed of skilfully chosen amounts of bronze and tin to create golden sheen.
Decoration:   Irregular pattern of raised decorative
Material:   Metal alloy of bronze and tin (similar to Derveni krater).
Condition:   Complete or intact. Complete. Bronze appears slightly gold
Dimensions Actual:   L. 0.034, W. 0.004, Th. 0.002, L. 0.005 (nails), Diam. 0.003 (nail heads)
Period:   Frankish (1210-1458 AD)
Chronology:   based on context
Area:   Temple E, Southeast
Context:   Temple E, Southeast, context 646
Site:   Corinth
City:   Ancient Corinth
Country:   Greece
References:   Monument: Temple E, Southeast
Image: digital 2015 3936
Basket: Temple E, Southeast, context 646