Greek Bronze Spectacle Fibula
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Northern Greece, Thrace, ca. 9th to 7th century BCE. A large bronze spectacle, or double spiral, fibula formed by a single elongated thick wire, that was meticulously twisted in a rotational fashion to create this iconic pattern. Part of a pin attaches to the backside of one spiral's center and articulates on the wire's tip. The pin catch is formed by the curved end on the center of the opposite spiral. Over the ages a gorgeous green patina has formed on the surface. Fibula were used for pinning cloaks and clothing at the shoulder. Ornate ones, such as this, adorned the wealthy and elite and were often buried with their owners to accompany them in the afterlife. Size: 4.18" L x 2" W (10.6 cm x 5.1 cm)
Provenance: ex-Estate of Eldert Bontekoe, Pegasi Numismatics, Ann Arbor, Michigan, USA acquired before 2000
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#158112
Northern Greece, Thrace, ca. 9th to 7th century BCE. A large bronze spectacle, or double spiral, fibula formed by a single elongated thick wire, that was meticulously twisted in a rotational fashion to create this iconic pattern. Part of a pin attaches to the backside of one spiral's center and articulates on the wire's tip. The pin catch is formed by the curved end on the center of the opposite spiral. Over the ages a gorgeous green patina has formed on the surface. Fibula were used for pinning cloaks and clothing at the shoulder. Ornate ones, such as this, adorned the wealthy and elite and were often buried with their owners to accompany them in the afterlife. Size: 4.18" L x 2" W (10.6 cm x 5.1 cm)
Provenance: ex-Estate of Eldert Bontekoe, Pegasi Numismatics, Ann Arbor, Michigan, USA acquired before 2000
All items legal to buy/sell under U.S. Statute covering cultural patrimony Code 2600, CHAPTER 14, and are guaranteed to be as described or your money back.
A Certificate of Authenticity will accompany all winning bids.
We ship worldwide to most countries and handle all shipping in-house for your convenience.
#158112
Condition
Majority of pin spear is missing. Minor surface wear and abrasions. Great patina!
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Greek Bronze Spectacle Fibula
Estimate $400 - $600
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