Celtic Silver Fibula
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Celtic silver fibula with an arched bow form, length 47.2 mm, in good condition and complete with pin and catchplate, dating to the late Iron Age La Tène period.
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Iron Age, Celtic silver fibula of arched bow form, the body rising in a smooth curve from a returned foot to a tightly wound spring and pin mechanism. A row of rounded knob-like mouldings decorates the top of the bow.
-> The brooch belongs to the late Iron Age La Tène tradition, combining practical construction with the flowing lines characteristic of Celtic metalwork.
Length: ± 47,2 mm
Condition: good and solid condition, complete with pin and catchplate. The surface shows attractive patina with signs of wear consistent with age and use.
Certificate of Authenticity: available upon request (pdf-format).
-> La Tène was a significant period in the European Iron Age and Celtic civilization, lasting from approximately 480 to 50 BC. This period derives its name from an archaeological site situated on the northern shore of Lake Neuchâtel in Switzerland, where thousands of artifacts were unearthed after the lake's water level receded in 1857.
Emerging after Greek and Etruscan influences, the La Tène culture succeeded the Hallstatt culture and marked the zenith of Celtic dominance. La Tène Celts spread across much of Europe, influencing regions from Britain to the Balkans.
It was distinguished by the construction of hill forts, lavish burials, and highly skilled craftsmanship. La Tène is famous for its intricate and fluid designs, often featuring swirling patterns, stylized animals, and abstract forms. These motifs were applied to metalwork, pottery, jewellery, and weapons.
Skilled artisans crafted iron and bronze tools, weapons, and ornaments.
The Celts of the La Tène society were fiercely warlike and structured in a hierarchical system, with kings, a priestly class (Druids), warriors, farmers, and slaves.
The expansion of the Roman Republic and later the Roman Empire led to the gradual integration or conquest of Celtic territories from the south, while Germanic tribes were growing in influence from the north.
This era marked the peak of Celtic power, leaving a lasting impact on European history, mythology, and art.
Material:
This object has been carefully examined for its material and surface characteristics.
Laboratory analysis (e.g. XRF) is not routinely undertaken in private collecting, and destructive testing is avoided as it causes permanent damage to archaeological material.
Before modern hallmarking, gold and silver alloys varied depending on local resources, recycling practices and economic conditions.
Seller's Story
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* CERTIFICATE OF AUTHENTICITY (COA) For insurance purposes we can provide a digital Certificate of Authenticity (PDF) for every item with a hammer price of Euro 100 or more. The COA is available upon request within 20 days of the auction date. Instructions will be provided when your order is shipped. Certificates are not included in the package.
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* MARGIN SCHEME: All our sales are subject to the margin scheme; therefore, no VAT is charged or shown on our invoices.
* IMPORTANT BUYERS OUTSIDE THE EU: We cannot ship to countries outside the European Union. Please ensure you have an EU shipping address before bidding. No exceptions can be made. Switzerland, Norway and the United Kingdom are not part of the EU.
* DOCUMENTATION NOTICE: Previous invoices and import/export documents will not be shared with customers.
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Thank you for your interest, and best of luck with your bids!
Attention: due to customs regulations we can only ship inside the European Union. Please ensure you have a valid EU shipping address before placing a bid.
Iron Age, Celtic silver fibula of arched bow form, the body rising in a smooth curve from a returned foot to a tightly wound spring and pin mechanism. A row of rounded knob-like mouldings decorates the top of the bow.
-> The brooch belongs to the late Iron Age La Tène tradition, combining practical construction with the flowing lines characteristic of Celtic metalwork.
Length: ± 47,2 mm
Condition: good and solid condition, complete with pin and catchplate. The surface shows attractive patina with signs of wear consistent with age and use.
Certificate of Authenticity: available upon request (pdf-format).
-> La Tène was a significant period in the European Iron Age and Celtic civilization, lasting from approximately 480 to 50 BC. This period derives its name from an archaeological site situated on the northern shore of Lake Neuchâtel in Switzerland, where thousands of artifacts were unearthed after the lake's water level receded in 1857.
Emerging after Greek and Etruscan influences, the La Tène culture succeeded the Hallstatt culture and marked the zenith of Celtic dominance. La Tène Celts spread across much of Europe, influencing regions from Britain to the Balkans.
It was distinguished by the construction of hill forts, lavish burials, and highly skilled craftsmanship. La Tène is famous for its intricate and fluid designs, often featuring swirling patterns, stylized animals, and abstract forms. These motifs were applied to metalwork, pottery, jewellery, and weapons.
Skilled artisans crafted iron and bronze tools, weapons, and ornaments.
The Celts of the La Tène society were fiercely warlike and structured in a hierarchical system, with kings, a priestly class (Druids), warriors, farmers, and slaves.
The expansion of the Roman Republic and later the Roman Empire led to the gradual integration or conquest of Celtic territories from the south, while Germanic tribes were growing in influence from the north.
This era marked the peak of Celtic power, leaving a lasting impact on European history, mythology, and art.
Material:
This object has been carefully examined for its material and surface characteristics.
Laboratory analysis (e.g. XRF) is not routinely undertaken in private collecting, and destructive testing is avoided as it causes permanent damage to archaeological material.
Before modern hallmarking, gold and silver alloys varied depending on local resources, recycling practices and economic conditions.
Seller's Story
Please read our information carefully.
*SHIPPING INFO Due to insurance procedures, combined shipping is only possible with a single payment. (1 payment reference = 1 insured parcel.) If you accept an offer after the auction and pay separately, shipments cannot be manually combined afterward. Please ensure your shipping address is complete and correct before paying. Changes made after payment are not automatically forwarded to us.
* CERTIFICATE OF AUTHENTICITY (COA) For insurance purposes we can provide a digital Certificate of Authenticity (PDF) for every item with a hammer price of Euro 100 or more. The COA is available upon request within 20 days of the auction date. Instructions will be provided when your order is shipped. Certificates are not included in the package.
* INSURANCE & CLAIMS All our parcels are shipped with external insurance. This insurance requires the following:
-> Monitor the online tracking and notify delays to the seller within 14 days after the shipping date.
-> In case of damage: write a reservation on the delivery note and report the damage to the seller via the Catawiki online chat within 24 hours. Keep all packaging and send us photos of the damage.
* MARGIN SCHEME: All our sales are subject to the margin scheme; therefore, no VAT is charged or shown on our invoices.
* IMPORTANT BUYERS OUTSIDE THE EU: We cannot ship to countries outside the European Union. Please ensure you have an EU shipping address before bidding. No exceptions can be made. Switzerland, Norway and the United Kingdom are not part of the EU.
* DOCUMENTATION NOTICE: Previous invoices and import/export documents will not be shared with customers.
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Thank you for your interest, and best of luck with your bids!
Details
Culture
Celtic
Century/timeframe
200-100 BC
Name of object
Fibula
Acquired from
Antique market
Year acquired
2024
Material
Silver
Country acquired from
Netherlands
Condition
Good
Previous owner acquired from
Antique market
Previous owner - year acquired
2024
Previous owner - country acquired from
Netherlands
I verify that I have obtained this object legally and that I am allowed to sell it
Yes
Authenticity
Original/official
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The seller was informed by Catawiki about documentation requirements and guarantees the following: - the object was legally obtained, - the seller has the right to sell and/or export the object, as relevant, - the seller will provide the necessary provenance information and arrange required documentation and permits/licenses, as applicable and as per local laws, - the seller will notify the buyer of any delays in obtaining permits/licenses. By bidding, you acknowledge that import documentation may be required depending on your country of residence and that obtaining permits/licenses may cause delays in the delivery of your object.
