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METAL DETECTING FINDS: HOOKED-CLASPS AND EYES
by Brian Read
5 out of 5 ⭐️ on Amazon
This book draws together an extensive range of small metal artefacture with one or more hooks, variously known as clothing-fasteners, clothing-hooks, dress-fasteners, dress-hooks, hooked-fasteners, hooked-tags, hooks and eyes, cloak-fasteners, cloak-clasps and scarf-hooks.
Periods covered are Roman, early medieval, late medieval, early post-medieval and late post-medieval.
The author explains both textually and illustratively what is currently known about when, where and how these objects were used, and their manufacture. Also covered are miscellaneous objects with hooks, eyes, loops, rings or toggles.
Intriguing and frequently beautiful works of art, these objects are subjected to their in-depth study under one cover.
A4, softback, 242 pages.
ISBN: 9781897738535
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** NEW APRIL 2026 - NOW IN STOCK **
METAL DETECTING FINDS - BUTTONS
Metal Detecting Finds: Buttons by Brian Read is the definitive reference guide to identifying metal buttons and button-like objects discovered by metal detectorists, archaeologists, mudlarks and collectors. Covering over 4,000 years of history, from 2150 BC to AD 1900, this beautifully illustrated hardback explains the development, manufacture, dating and use of buttons, button-and-loop fasteners, toggles, cufflinks, studs and other early dress fastenings.
Featuring hundreds of colour photographs and detailed line drawings, the book makes it easier to identify metal detecting finds accurately and understand their historical significance. Whether you've uncovered a medieval button in a ploughed field, a Roman dress fastening or a Victorian military button, this comprehensive guide provides expert information to help identify and date your discoveries.
Written by leading artefact specialist Brian Read, this essential reference book will prove invaluable for metal detectorists, archaeologists, mudlarks, dress historians, museums and anyone with an interest in the history of clothing, personal adornment and archaeological finds.
By Brian Read | Greenlight Publishing (2026)
5 out of 5 ⭐️ on Amazon
ISBN: 9781897738986
A4 softback, 238 pages, 1,400+ photographs and line drawings
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