Accession No
1931.267
Description
Copper alloy brooch of Benacci I type. Plain, slightly thickened bow, forming a high semicircular arch and twisted to form a single spiral coil immediately above the catchplate. Back of catchplate ornamented with incised chevrons.
Place
Europe; Southern Europe; Italy; Alps; Eastern Alps
Period
Benacci ?Iron Age Hallstatt I
Source
Christian, V (Prof.) (Dr)
Department
Arch
Reference Numbers
1931.267
Cultural Affliation
Material
Metal; Copper alloy; ?Bronze
Local Term
Measurements
93mm x 111mm
Events
Context (Field collection)
Donor's label "Ostalpen (Krain) hallstattische Bogenfibel"
Event Date
Author: maa
Description (Physical description)
Bronze brooch of Benacci I type. Plain, slightly thickened bow, forming a high semi-circular arch and twisted to form a single spiral coil immediately above the catchplate. Back of catchplate ornamented with incised chevrons.
Event Date
Author: maa
FM:49321
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