What does the cryptic crossword clue "Vessel created with brass over long period (7)" mean?

The definition is "Vessel". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). GALL (synonym="brass") + EON (synonym="long period") = GALLEON; definition: "Vessel" The answer is GALLEON.

Vessel created with brass over long period (7)

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