Electrotype Facsimile of Gold Torc

1916.06.0013

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Artifact Identification Electrotype Facsimile of Gold Torc   (1916.06.0013)
Classification/
Nomenclature
  1. Personal Artifacts
  2. :
  3. Adornment
  4. :
  5. Body Adornments
Artist/Maker Unknown
Geographic Location
Period Late Bronze Age
Date 1200-1000 BCE
Culture Irish

Physical Analysis

Dimension 1 (Length) 41.0 cm
Dimension 2 (Width) 41.0 cm
Dimension 3 (Depth) 3.8 cm
Weight 449 g
Measuring Remarks N/A
Materials Metal
Manufacturing Processes Cast, Plating

Research Remarks

Description Under Review
Published Description N/A
Bibliography

O'Banion, Rebecca. Irish Jewelry and Metalwork in the World Heritage Museum. Student paper, 1975.

Artifact History

Credit Line/Dedication Purchase
Reproduction yes, Originals found in 1810 at Tara, County of Meath. Electrotype Facsimile.

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