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LOT 1508
Sold for (Inc. bp): £338
MEROVINGIAN SILVER-GILT LEG WHORL BROOCH WITH GARNETS
CIRCA 6TH CENTURY A.D.
1 3/8 in. (8.3 grams, 37 mm).
CIRCA 6TH CENTURY A.D.
1 3/8 in. (8.3 grams, 37 mm).
Displaying a chip-carved motif of four bent animal legs, central garnet cloison, four lobes to the rim with a cabochon garnet; catch and pin-lugs to the reverse; central garnet replaced [No Reserve]
PROVENANCE:
From the collection of a North American gentleman, formed in the 1990s.
LITERATURE:
Cf. Beck, H. et al., Fibel und Fibeltracht, Berlin, 2000, item 135(12), for type.
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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.
