Gothic Gilt Radiate-Headed Brooch with Garnets
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Description
5th century AD. A silver-gilt radiate-headed bow brooch comprising: D-shaped headplate with raised border decorated with opposed triangles, central volute scroll motif, five radiating collared knops; long shallow bow with raised edges, median panel of opposed triangles; footplate with scrolls and chevrons, lateral discoid cells with inset garnets cloisons; pin-lug and catchplate to the reverse. Cf. Tejral, J. Morava na Sklonku Antiky, Prague, 1982, plate XXII, items 5 & 5. 8.45 grams, 54mm (2 1/4"). Property of a West Yorkshire lady; collected 1978-2008.
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Very fine condition, usage wear.
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Gothic Gilt Radiate-Headed Brooch with Garnets
Estimate £500 - £800
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