Roman — Roman; 10-100
Torc
A copper alloy torc, formed by twisting spirally a square-sectioned rod of metal. The ends are decorated with incised lines and chevrons. A 1st century CE date seems certain based upon other dated parallels and the development of 1st-century torc styles in Britain.
- Category:
- Roman
- Object ID:
- 13850
- Object name:
- torc
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- Production date:
- Roman; 10-100
- Material:
copper alloy
- Measurements/duration:
- DM 129.4 mm x 120.5 mm, int DM 122 mm x 112 mm, min W hoop 2.2 mm, max W terminals 6.2 mm, L terminal decorated zone 33 mm, Wt 28 g
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- Record quality:
- 100%
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- Owner Status & Credit:
Permanent collection
- Copyright holder:
digital image © London Museum
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