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LOT 1211
Saxon Silvered Bridle Fitting
LATER 6TH CENTURY A.D.
3 1/4 in. (69 grams, 84 mm).
A silvered bronze strap distributor from a bridle comprising a cheek-piece ring and three sliding attachments to secure harness straps; each attachment formed as an elongated triangular plate with ring at the broad end and lobes to accept attachment rivets (some still in situ).
Provenance
Acquired since 2000.
Property of an Essex, UK, gentleman.
Literature
Cf. Menghin, W., The Merovingian Period. Europe Without Borders, Berlin, 2007, item I.9.10.2, for type and VI.3.15.6, for triangular form.
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LOT 1211
Saxon Silvered Bridle Fitting
Estimate £200 - 300€230 - 350 (for guidance only)$270 - 410 (for guidance only)
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