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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)
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