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LOT 540
Sold for (Inc. bp): £5,290
CELTIC GOLD KOLBEN BRACELET
(Gold, 175 grams, 93 mm.).
(Gold, 175 grams, 93 mm.).
Circa 4th-7th century AD. A heavy gold bracelet, circular in section, formed from a cast rod; penannular in plan with sharply clubbed terminals; a slight thickening of the band opposite the opening.
PROVENANCE:
From an old English collection formed in the 1970's.
LITERATURE:
See Menghin, W. The Merovingian Period: Europe Without Borders, item 0.4.4.
FOOTNOTES:
The clubbed terminals serve to strengthen the exposed ends of the rod and to prevent the bracelet from slipping or rotating on the wearer's wrist. Likewise, the thickened rear section helps the bracelet to grip.
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TimeLine Auctions follows a rigorous vetting process to ensure the authenticity and legality of all items, reinforcing our commitment to integrity and responsible trading. Each antiquity, antique, and coin lot undergoes thorough examination by a vetting committee of at least ten external specialists, professional trade association members, scientists, and archaeologists: Our Vetting Process
AUCTIONS:
TimeLine is a leading auction house specialising in antiquities, ancient art, collectables, natural history, coins, medals, and books. Our auctions offer museums, collectors, historians, and enthusiasts the opportunity to acquire unique and historically significant pieces.
