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Bronze
Bronze is one of the first metals used in history. In ancient times the possession of this metal was a symbol of wealth and power. It can be used in decoration and cosmetics, art, jewelry, science and modern technology, either in its pure form or in an alloy. Usually, it is plated with gold or silver for better durability. Throughout the years, artists all over the world have used bronze to make outstanding sculptures, statues and various works of art. When it comes to bronze-making sculptures, fine detail and high quality are the fundamental principles. This exceptional selection includes numerous ancient bronze treasures from around the world, from different periods of history. There are objects from Africa, the Middle East, prehistoric Europe, Renaissance Italy and of course from ancient Greece and Rome. Huge availability of bronze



![Germanic Bronze Buckle: 6th-9th century A.D. Comprising a thick D-shaped loop and a D-section curving tongue. 36 grams, 52 mm (2 in.). [No Reserve] From the private collection of Graham Slater (1927-2024), Cambridge, UK; for](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/1191/426517/237924323_1_x.jpg?height=280&quality=70&sharpen=true&version=1785756441&width=280)
![Anglo-Saxon and Norman Bronze Artefact Group: 6th-11th century A.D. Mixed group of items, including a pin finial, strap end, the head-plate from a brooch, and others. 124 grams total, 15-51 mm (5/8 - 2 in.). [11, No Reserve] Found Suffolk, UK. Ti](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/1191/426517/237924327_1_x.jpg?height=280&quality=70&sharpen=true&version=1785756441&width=280)

![Anglo-Scandinavian Viking Bronze Beast Facing Back Brooch: England, 11th century A.D. Disc brooch with low-relief regardant beast within a border of ring-and-dot motifs, remains of ferrous pin to reverse. 6.32 grams, 28 mm (1 1/8 in.). [No Reserve] Found UK.](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/1191/426517/237924329_1_x.jpg?height=280&quality=70&sharpen=true&version=1785756441&width=280)


![Viking Period Bronze Lunar Pendant: Circa 9th-11th century A.D. Crescentic body with ribbed suspension loop and pelletted terminals. 6.58 grams, 36 mm (1 3/8 in.). [No Reserve] Ex German art market, 2000s. Acquired from an EU collector](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/1191/426517/237924345_1_x.jpg?height=280&quality=70&sharpen=true&version=1785756441&width=280)
![Viking Bronze Steelyard Weight or Mason's Plumb Bob: 9th-11th century A.D. Piriform in profile with facetted body, discoid foot, collar and suspension loop. 146 grams, 63 mm (2 1/2 in.). [No Reserve] Private collection formed in Europe in the 1980s. Wes](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/1191/426517/237924352_1_x.jpg?height=280&quality=70&sharpen=true&version=1785756441&width=280)
![Saxon Bronze Ring Brooch with Bosses: 6th-8th century A.D. Ribbed annular body with four domed rosette-shaped bosses and a pin. 9.36 grams, 45 mm (1 3/4 in.). [No Reserve] From the private coin collection of a West London, UK, gentleman,](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/1191/426517/237924362_1_x.jpg?height=280&quality=70&sharpen=true&version=1785756441&width=280)
![Medieval Bronze Cross Pendant: England, 1100-1300 A.D. Rectangular-section equal-arm cross with integral pierced lug above. 5.78 grams, 29 mm (1 1/8 in.). [No Reserve] Found Brigstock, Northamptonshire, UK. Recorded with UKDFD no.5](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/1191/426517/237924376_1_x.jpg?height=280&quality=70&sharpen=true&version=1785756441&width=280)
![Medieval Knight's Bronze Heraldic Horse Harness Pendant with Shield: 13th-15th century A.D. Discoid pendant with raised shield at the centre, possibly with three lions passant guardant for the coat of arms of England. 8.91 grams, 33 mm (1 1/4 in.). [No Reserve] From th](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/1191/426517/237924378_1_x.jpg?height=280&quality=70&sharpen=true&version=1785756441&width=280)


















