Saxon & Medieval — Early Saxon; 6th century
Saucer-brooch star of David design
Saxon people wore brooches, like large safety pins, to fasten their clothes. They were often worn in pairs on the shoulders. Only the rich could afford brooches made of gold or silver. These were found in a grave in the Anglo-Saxon cemetery at Mitcham, near the neck of a fragmentary skeleton, and are made of copper-alloy covered in gold (gilded). They have an unusual 'Star of David' design. Also found was an iron knife at the skeleton's waist and an ivory ring on the forearm.
- Category:
- Saxon & Medieval
- Object ID:
- A20120
- Object name:
- Saucer-brooch star of David design
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- Production date:
- Early Saxon; 6th century
- Material:
copper alloy, gold
- Measurements/duration:
- DM 31 mm, D 5 mm (overall)
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- Record quality:
- 100%
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- Owner Status & Credit:
Permanent collection
- Copyright holder:
digital image © London Museum
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