Bidspirit auction | MEROVINGIAN GILT BROOCH WITH GARNETS

MEROVINGIAN GILT BROOCH WITH GARNETS - Ca. AD 500 - 600.A Merovingian gilt silver brooch in the shape of a disc. The brooch is composed of an outer border in the shape of a flower, with a central red garnet cabochon. The centre is surrounded by a geometric motif and four red garnet cabochons. The back of the broach contains a pin clasp and hinge.Size: 30-30mm x 30-30mm; Weight: 19gProvenance: Private London collection, acquired on the US art market; Ex. NYC collection; Ex. F. F., NYC. This item has been cleared against the Art Loss Register database and comes with a confirmation letter.