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Shield boss

Iron shield boss from a "round shield". On the brim there remain three rivets with which the boss is attached to the wooden shield. Some remnants of textile are corroded fast to the other side. Grave find, Birka, Bj 581, Adelsö Parish, Uppland.

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Object number: 914193_HST

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