Late Roman/Early Byzantine Silver Fibula
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Silver fibula with a bird-head design dating to the 5th–7th century AD, from Late Roman / Early Byzantine culture, with red almandine stones and gilding traces, in very good condition.
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Description from the seller
Silver fibula with a bird head and red almandine stones as well as traces of gilding. Extremely beautiful and well preserved.
Catawiki disclaimer: This object has been dated based on style by the seller. No further tests, such as an analysis of metals (XRF test), have been conducted to check the integrity of the piece.
Silver fibula with a bird head and red almandine stones as well as traces of gilding. Extremely beautiful and well preserved.
Catawiki disclaimer: This object has been dated based on style by the seller. No further tests, such as an analysis of metals (XRF test), have been conducted to check the integrity of the piece.
Details
Culture
Late Roman/Early Byzantine
Century/timeframe
5.-7.Jhr.n.Chr.
Name of object
Fibula
Acquired from
Dealer at a fair
Year acquired
2015
Material
Silver
Country acquired from
Germany
Condition
Very good
Previous owner acquired from
Dealer at a fair
Previous owner - year acquired
1990
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.
