Description:

Southeastern Europe, likely Hallstatt, ca. 8th to 7th century BCE. A bronze spiral spectacle fibula with hook and catch plate for pin attached to the centers of the spirals' versos. Spiral brooches/cloak pins were a popular Europe-wide fashion and have been found in graves as emblems of status and wealth. Size: 4.75" W (12.1 cm); each spiral measures ~ 2.375" in diameter (6 cm)

Provenance: private Davis collection, Houston, Texas, USA; ex-Gerhard Hirsch Nachfolger Auction 286 - Objects (February 5-8, 2013, lot 608); ex-private European collection

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  • Condition: Missing pin. Otherwise excellent with attractive green patina.

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