Iron Age Bronze Birdlip Type Brooch

Object Description

An Iron Age bronze Birdlip type brooch featuring a long narrow body and a small trumpet head, both crossed by a central rib. An arched return extends above the head, whilst a curled tongue, characteristic of Birdlip brooches, projects forwards behind it. The pin is attached by a spring at the head of the bow and sits in the pin catch, now fixed.

This piece was found in Lincolnshire in the 1980s.

Date: Circa early 1st century AD

Object History

From a Surrey gentleman’s collection (D.G.), purchased on the London Art market from ADA member, 1990s – onwards.

Object Condition

Good condition. The pin is now locked. Signs of ageing and wear consistent with age; patination remains on the surface.

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