Circa 3rd century A.D. With pricked ears, arched neck, D-shaped saddle and bobbed tail; the lower hindlegs developing into a headplate similar to a Roman crossbow brooch; the hinge-notch present on the headplate, the pin and catchplate absent. See Hattatt, R., Ancient Brooches and Other Artefacts, item 1644. 29.8 grams, 47 mm (1 7/8 in.).

Acquired late 1980s-early 1990s. Ex private collection, Nottinghamshire, UK. Property of a Kent lady collector.

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