Horse trappings, Birrens

Birrens Roman fort
Horse trappings from Birrens Roman fort. Cast bronze mounts, including two harness slides and a terret, recovered during excavations at the fort. Some objects are probably of local manufacture, and indicate soldiers adopting local fashions in relation to harness fittings, a feature noted at a number of Roman sites in the region. Some of the pieces look as if they may come from a native chariot, perhaps a war trophy?
Object no :
RPD0359
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Materials :
Copper alloy
Location :
Birrens Roman fort
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