Merovingian Bronze Fibula and widened ends - 80 mm (No reserve price)
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Selected by Ruth Garrido Vila
Directed the Ifergan Collection Museum, specialising in Phoenician and Mediterranean archaeology.
Estimate € 200 - € 250
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Description from the seller
Merovingian bronze fibula with widened ends — 5th–7th centuries AD
Period: Merovingian
Estimated dating: 5th–7th centuries AD
Material: Bronze.
Typology: Ornamental fibula
Interesting Roman fibula made in cast bronze, of singular geometric design, characterized by a wide central circular disk and two widened ends, joined by a prominent longitudinal rib in relief.
On the reverse it preserves elements of the old fastening mechanism, evidence of its use as a clasp to secure garments.
Condition: Good overall integrity, with an attractive dark green archaeological patina, mineral deposits, and signs of age.
A prominent piece of Roman personal ornament, especially interesting for its unusual geometric composition and the preservation of elements of its fastening system.
Merovingian bronze fibula with widened ends — 5th–7th centuries AD
Period: Merovingian
Estimated dating: 5th–7th centuries AD
Material: Bronze.
Typology: Ornamental fibula
Interesting Roman fibula made in cast bronze, of singular geometric design, characterized by a wide central circular disk and two widened ends, joined by a prominent longitudinal rib in relief.
On the reverse it preserves elements of the old fastening mechanism, evidence of its use as a clasp to secure garments.
Condition: Good overall integrity, with an attractive dark green archaeological patina, mineral deposits, and signs of age.
A prominent piece of Roman personal ornament, especially interesting for its unusual geometric composition and the preservation of elements of its fastening system.
Details
Culture
Merovingian
Century/timeframe
5th - 7th Century A.D
Name of object
Fibula and widened ends
Acquired from
Private collection
Year acquired
1970
Material
Bronze
Country acquired from
Spain
Condition
Good
Previous owner acquired from
Gallery / Antique dealer
Height
80 mm
Previous owner - year acquired
1960
Width
28 mm
Previous owner - country acquired from
Spain
Depth
14 mm
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Yes
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Original/official
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