Bronze Age Gold from Wales

Medieval copper alloy annular brooch

Annular frame with silver wire decoration in continuous spiral for one half of the frame, and 'crossed-garter' pattern on the other half, inlaid into gunmetal(?) frame. The pin is of diamond cross-section, decorated on both sides of the front with chased zig-zag lines below transverse moulding. The pin loop is flat and completely closed, being tucked in at the back against the shaft.

LI1.7

Collection Area

Archaeology & Numismatics

Item Number

32.426/5

Find Information

Site Name: Kidwelly Castle, Carmarthenshire

Notes: Found during reparation work at the castle

Measurements

diameter / mm:33.0
thickness / mm:3.0
weight / g:7.3
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