Roman - Silver Hod Hill Brooch > Lot No. 676

Description:
1st century AD. A silver brooch of Hod Hill type, Class A, with three vertical ribs on the bow and transverse collars above and below; the foot delicate and club-ended.

Measurements:
4.25 grams, 42 mm.

Condition:
Very fine, complete with pin. Rare.

References:
Cf. Hattatt, R. Ancient and Romano-British Brooches, Oxford, 1982, item 50.

Provenance:
Ex Lord McAlpine collection.

Estimate: £120 - 180 (EUR 150 - 220; USD 190 - 280)

Auction date: Thursday 9th September 2010 at The Swedenborg Hall 20-21 Bloomsbury Way
London WC1A 2TH