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Thursday, March 6, 2014

Anglo Saxon Bronze and Gilt Disc Brooch circa 6th century CE, Berkshire, England

Provenance: Archaeological dig and then private collection, Reading, Berkshire, England
Age: approx 1,500 years old
Size: 3 cms diameter
Condition: Excellent patina with accretions on the original face. Gilded Bronze.
Maker:  Anglo Saxon





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