12th-14th century A.D. A mount formed as a stylised eagle with partially spread wings, flat-section body and curved head and neck modelled in the round with detailing to the hooked beak and eyes, shallow engraved motifs to the body and tail; rounded mounting lug to reverse. Cf. The Portable Antiquities Scheme Database, record id.NMS-81E043, for aparable item identified as a harness fitting. 7.22 grams, 35 mm (1 3/8 in.) Acquired UK market. Property of a Hertfordshire gentleman. Motif possibly heraldic. [No Reserve]Condition Report: Fair condition.