Classical Antiquities and Ancient Coins

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Buckle Hook Migration Period, Circa 5th Century AD

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Start price: £250

Estimated price: £400 - £600

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A buckle pin composed of a carinated iron body tapering towards one end, both extremes decorated with polished garnet cloison inlays with gold inlaid borders; hook to one end. Cf. Menghin, W., The Merovingian Period. Europe Without Borders, Berlin, 2007, item I.17.6, for type. 20.8 grams, 44 mm (1 3/4 in.). German art market, 1990s. From the collection of EU gentleman living in the UK.

Weight: 20.83 g

Weight: 20.83 GR