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LOT 1693
Anglo-Saxon Bronze Small-Long Brooch
LATER 5TH-6TH CENTURY A.D.
2 5/8 in. (13.6 grams, 67 mm).
With three radiating pelta-shaped lugs to the headplate and shallow bow; imitating the form of a cruciform brooch. [No Reserve]
ProvenanceFound Lincolnshire, UK.
From an old private collection of Norfolk, UK, gentleman, formed since 1998.
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Anglo-Saxon Bronze Small-Long Brooch
Circa 6th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £78
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Anglo-Saxon Gilt Bronze Saucer Brooch
6th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £78
With raised flange rim, tondo with raised border and six spirals with connecting tendrils around a central stud; pin-lug and catch to reverse. 12.7 grams, 35 mm
Found Lincolnshire, UK. From an old private collection of Norfolk, UK, gentleman, formed since 1998.
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Anglo-Saxon Bronze Hook Fastener
Circa 6th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £7
D-shaped tag with hook to the apex and pierced lugs above ring-and-dot motif surrounded by pellets. 3.2 grams, 28 mm
Found East Anglia, UK. From an old private collection of Norfolk, UK, gentleman, formed since 1998.
