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LOT 0324
Large Anglo-Saxon Gilt Bronze Saucer Brooch
LATE 5TH-6TH CENTURY A.D.
1 3/8 in. (20.4 grams, 37 mm).
Discoid in plan with raised rim and inner ridge decorated with notches, six radiating arms with notch detailing and interstitial chevrons; central knop rivetted from reverse; remains of catch to reverse.
Provenance
Found Seaham, Co Durham, UK.
Property of a Durham private collector.
Literature
Cf. MacGregor, A. & Bolick, E., A Summary Catalogue of the Anglo-Saxon Collections (Non-Ferrous Metals), Oxford, 1993, item 2.27, for type.
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LOT 0324
Large Anglo-Saxon Gilt Bronze Saucer Brooch
Estimate £1,000 - 1,400€1,160 - 1,620 (for guidance only)$1,350 - 1,890 (for guidance only)
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