Medieval Bronze Ornate Belt Buckle Plate with Carnelian Cabochon - 48 mm (No reserve price)
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This medieval bronze belt-buckle plate, dated to the 9th–12th century AD, measures 48 × 27 mm and features beaded ornament and a central carnelian cabochon.
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Description from the seller
Period: 9th–12th century AD
Material: Silver-coloured copper alloy
Stone: Translucent orange-red cabochon, carnelian
Dimensions: 48 × 27 mm
Thickness: Approximately 3–10 mm
A distinctive medieval-style belt fitting featuring an elaborate beaded design and a striking carnelian cabochon.
The rectangular plate features an elaborate surface decoration consisting of numerous raised, bead-like ornaments arranged in decorative patterns.
At the centre is a prominent orange-red cabochon, carnelian, set within a circular metal bezel. Its warm translucent colour contrasts beautifully with the silver-grey metal surface.
The surrounding ornamentation consists of densely arranged rounded projections of varying sizes, creating a rich, textured appearance reminiscent of granulated metalwork.
A hollow, curved metal attachment is preserved, probably representing part of the original hinge mechanism. The original buckle frame is no longer present.
Condition
The object retains an attractive aged silver-grey surface with areas of oxidation, green corrosion and surface deposits.
The central cabochon remains in place, and the presumed hinge attachment is preserved.
Please examine the photographs carefully, as they form an integral part of the description.
Period: 9th–12th century AD
Material: Silver-coloured copper alloy
Stone: Translucent orange-red cabochon, carnelian
Dimensions: 48 × 27 mm
Thickness: Approximately 3–10 mm
A distinctive medieval-style belt fitting featuring an elaborate beaded design and a striking carnelian cabochon.
The rectangular plate features an elaborate surface decoration consisting of numerous raised, bead-like ornaments arranged in decorative patterns.
At the centre is a prominent orange-red cabochon, carnelian, set within a circular metal bezel. Its warm translucent colour contrasts beautifully with the silver-grey metal surface.
The surrounding ornamentation consists of densely arranged rounded projections of varying sizes, creating a rich, textured appearance reminiscent of granulated metalwork.
A hollow, curved metal attachment is preserved, probably representing part of the original hinge mechanism. The original buckle frame is no longer present.
Condition
The object retains an attractive aged silver-grey surface with areas of oxidation, green corrosion and surface deposits.
The central cabochon remains in place, and the presumed hinge attachment is preserved.
Please examine the photographs carefully, as they form an integral part of the description.
Details
Culture
Medieval
Century/timeframe
9th–12th century AD
Name of object
Ornate Belt Buckle Plate with Carnelian Cabochon
Acquired from
Private collection
Year acquired
1990
Material
Bronze
Country acquired from
Belgium
Condition
Good
Previous owner acquired from
Private collection
Height
48 mm
Previous owner - year acquired
1980
Width
27 mm
Previous owner - country acquired from
Europe
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