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Openwork plaques were hung from a belt by a strap. Such useful objects as combs, keys, or amulets would then be suspended from the plaque by chains or strings. The patterns on these belt fittings ranged from architectural motifs to human figures to abstract designs.
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Title: Openwork Belt Fitting
Date: 7th century
Geography: Made in Alamania
Culture: Frankish
Medium: Cast copper alloy - tinned surface, engraved decoration; two integral posts on reverse; iron tongues
Dimensions: Overall: 3 1/8 x 4 1/8 x 3 1/8 x 5/16 in. (8 x 10.5 x 8 x 0.8 cm)
Classification: Metalwork-Copper alloy
Credit Line: Gift of J. Pierpont Morgan, 1917
Accession Number: 17.192.163
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