Roman Bronze and Silver Trumpet Brooch

GBP 175.00

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Object Description

A Roman bronze trumpet brooch featuring an arched body with a flat head. A coiled spring extends outwards with part of the original pin visible below. A protrusion is displayed on each end of the spring and is enriched with three bands of silver granulation. A further three protrusions extend out from the head, each with three bands of silver granulation. A ridge of two rows of silver granulation and equally spaced larger granules encompasses the body along with a smaller version slightly down the body. A thin sheet of silver covers one side of the body. The foot is now missing as well as part of the catch plate.

Date: Circa 1st-2nd century AD

Object Condition

Fine condition, patination to the surface consistent with age. Part of the pin, catch-plate and foot are now missing.

Object Details

  • dimensions
    W:2.5 x H:3 centimeters

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The Gallery
Trent Park Equestrian Centre
Eastpole Farm House, Bramley Road
Oakwood, N14 4UW, United Kingdom

St James's Ancient Art
10 Charles II Street, Ground Floor
St James
London
SW1Y 4AA

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