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Thuringian Silver-Gilt Pincer Brooch
Thuringian Silver-Gilt Pincer Brooch
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Description
6th century AD. A parcel-gilt bow brooch of pincer type with chip-carved geometric headplate, shallow bow with vertical ribbing, curved footplate with chip-carved geometric detail, inset garnet cloison to the terminal pin-lug and catchplate to the reverse. Cf. Menghin, W. The Merovingian Period. Europe Without Borders, Berlin, 2007, item V.3.9.1. 16 grams, 68mm (3 3/4"). From an important English collection; acquired in the 1990s.
Condition
Very fine condition.
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Thuringian Silver-Gilt Pincer Brooch

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