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LOT 1320
Anglo-Saxon Gilt Bronze Cross-Shaped Shield Mount
6TH-7TH CENTURY A.D.
1 5/8 in. (18.99 grams, 42 mm).
Or casket mount, each arm terminating in a discoid plaque with a ring of punched pellets, the arms with scroll detailing to the junctions; central raised plaque with lozengiform cell filled with the remains of organic material; five lugs to the underside; some restoration. [No Reserve]
ProvenanceFound UK.
Acquired 1978-2008.
Ex property of a West Yorkshire lady.
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Opening Bid: £1,400
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Anglo-Saxon Gilt Bronze Button Brooch with Helmetted Warrior
5th-6th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £143
Class Ai; broad flange rim and circular frame enclosing a facing male mask with helmet detailing; pin-lug and catch to the reverse. 3.66 grams, 19 mm
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Anglo-Saxon Gilt Bronze Saucer Brooch
Later 5th-6th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £1,170
Featuring a dished face displaying a chased cross with Style I Tiermensch motifs in each quarter, all framed by concentric rings, broad eccentric flange rim; central pellet in red enamel; remains of pin lug and catchplate to reverse. 40 grams, 49 mm
Cambridgeshire collection, 1990s.
Enamel detailing is exceedingly rare on early Anglo-Saxon metalwork, and is almost confined to items produced in the south Midlands to the west of the Fenland.
