Roman, a bronze peacock plate brooch, 2nd century AD, 2.9cm long by 2.3cm high; the crescent-shaped body has folded wings with traces of blue enamel in the tail, the head is crested; there is a loop attached to the tail; catchplate and part of the spring remain on the underside (Hattatt 1171 var.). Very fine £100-£120

Provenance: Found at Eccles (Kent)