8th-6th century B.C.. Single-piece fibula comprising a thick bow with integral coiled spring to one end developing to a sturdy pin; to the other end, a U-section catchplate; with hatched bands to the bow, lines of pointillé detailing to the outer face of the catch. Cf. Beck, H. et al., Fibel und Fibeltracht, Berlin, 2000, abb.86, for type. 227 grams, 16 cm (6 1/4 in.).

This form of fibula developed into the Hallstatt Bogen-Fibel in Central Europe and influenced later Bronze and Iron Age brooch design.

Private collection, England.