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Casting Mould

Origin

Monte Padrão, Monte Córdova, Santo Tirso.

Material

Reddish sandstone (R15).

Description

Fragment of a casting mould of irregular sub-rectangular shape, fragmented along the lateral and central sections. It displays lateral edges on the upper face, forming a longitudinal ridge aligned with the surface. The mould cavity consists of a longitudinal recess with a trapezoidal section. Although no clear traces of metal casting are visible, the inner face of the mould appears darkened and slightly scorched.

Classification and chronology

Type… / Monte Padrão – Phase I-III

Dimensions

Maximum length: 47 mm; Maximum width: 59 mm; Maximum thickness: 28 mm; Weight: 109,1 gr.

Deposit

MMAP [PAD. 89 M2 (20), 155].

Bibli.

Unpublished.