LOT 384 'The Lyminge' Anglo-Saxon Gilt Silver Bow Brooch
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5th-6th century A.D. A gilt silver bow brooch formed with a pentagonal headplate with circular knop, plano-convex bow and triangular footplate, decorated with stamped triangles, some nielloed, a pair of Salin I style animal masks on each side of the headplate, likely two birds facing skywards, raised S-scrolls to the footplate; remains of pin-hinge and catchplate to the reverse. The Portable Antiquities Scheme Database, record id.KENT-028FFE, for this item. 2.65 grams, 39 mm (1 1/2 in."). Found whilst searching with a metal detector in 2017 near Lyminge, Kent, UK. Apanied by a copy of the Portable Antiquities Scheme report number KENT-028FFE. Apanied by a copy of a letter from the British Museum explaining that the find has been considered under the Treasure Act with number 2017 T188. [No Reserve]Condition Report: Fine condition, chipped.
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