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European Antiquities

Square-headed brooch
c. AD 550
England
Gilt bronze
h. 14.9 cm
UEA 570

This brooch was found at Mildenhall in Suffolk and dates from around the mid-sixth century. The object is made from gilt bronze which has a smooth shiny surface and is largely geometric in pattern. However, two biting beast heads are included, one on each side of the foot of the ornament.

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