Bronze Age Horse Harness Cheekpiece

Formed from a single solid round-section twisted rod with tapering ends. 12.35 grams, 25.18 mm overall, 19.38 mm internal diameter (approximate size British S, USA 9, Europe 20, Japan 19)



Found Eye, Suffolk, on 7th September 2021, declared as Treasure under the Treasure Act with reference no.2021 T716, subsequently disclaimed and returned to the finder. Accompanied by a copy of the British Museum's Portable Antiquities Scheme (PAS) report no.SF-6FD899. Accompanied by a copy of the find's receipt from the Department for Digital, Culture, Media & Sport. Accompanied by a copy of the report for HM Coroner of Ipswich, Suffolk. This lot has been checked against the Interpol Database of stolen works of art and is accompanied by search certificate no.13481-262549.

Single finds of gold coiled rings are usually assigned Middle Bronze Age dates based on comparable examples found in hoards with other datable artefacts. For example, the Fittleworth Hoard (BM 1996, 0902.18) from West Sussex contains two, admittedly slightly larger, coiled rings together with a range of other Middle Bronze Age gold artefacts.

Round in section and penannular in form with shallow incised panels of herringbone ornament and ribbed collars. 179 grams, 11.2 cm



From the collection of a gentleman born in the late 19th century, formed 1940s-1970s. From an old Staffordshire family collection; thence by descent.

Comprising a tapering round-section pin and a domed finial. 27.4 grams, 10.4 cm



From the private collection of a European gentleman (1942-2024), formed since the 1970s.