Square-Headed Bow Brooch, second half 6th century, Frankish, Silver-gilt, niello, Overall: 4 x 9/16 x 9 15/16 in. ( x x

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Square-Headed Bow Brooch, second half 6th century, Frankish, Silver-gilt, niello, Overall: 4 x 9/16 x 9 15/16 in. ( x x cm), Metalwork-Silver, The bow brooch was a component of many Germanic women's dress. In Frankish territory brooches were generally worn in pairs, as decorative elements on a strap hanging from the belt. The bow refers to the bend or curve that links two terminals

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