FINE ANCIENT ART & ANTIQUITIES - DAY 1
By Apollo Art Auctions
Oct 12, 2024
63-64 Margaret St. London, W1W 8SW

LOT 28:

MEROVINGIAN GILT BROOCH WITH GARNETS


Start price:
£ 500
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£750 - £1,500
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Auction took place on Oct 12, 2024 at Apollo Art Auctions
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MEROVINGIAN GILT BROOCH WITH GARNETS
Ca. AD 500 - 600.A Merovingian gilt silver brooch in the shape of a disc. The brooch is composed of an outer border in the shape of a flower, with a central red garnet cabochon. The centre is surrounded by a geometric motif and four red garnet cabochons. The back of the broach contains a pin clasp and hinge.Size: 30-30mm x 30-30mm; Weight: 19gProvenance: Private London collection, acquired on the US art market; Ex. NYC collection; Ex. F. F., NYC. This item has been cleared against the Art Loss Register database and comes with a confirmation letter.