Gothic Silver Filigree Bow Brooch
Circa 5th century A.D. or later. A silver bow brooch comprising a D-shaped headplate with concentric granulated bands, three-row spring with granulated knops, shallow bow with D-shaped ledges and granule detailing, tongue-shaped footplate with applied filigree scroll and ropework borders; catchplate to the reverse. Cf. Beck, H. et al., Fibel und Fibeltracht, Berlin, 2000, fig.99(13). 69.2 grams, 84 mm (3 1/4 in.). Acquired in the 1980s.Old European collection.Ex property of a European collector.