Roman 'Zoomorphic' Mount/Knife Handle
Copper-alloy, 8.77 grams, 20.03 mm across. Circa 2nd century AD. Of cast form, being the head from a small animal figure, mount or knife handle. The piece depicting a stylised horse's head, with carefully delineated mane, ears and facial features. Excellent, with evidence of a 'tang' at the base for attachment.