Byzantine Gilt Horse Harness Mount Group
7th-9th century AD. A suite of gilt-bronze harness mounts decorated with impressed concentric roundels comprising: five V-shaped plates; five similar with bar at the upper edge forming a slot; eight similar with loop above and suspension ring; two similar lacking the ring; tongue-shaped strap end; buckle with U-shaped loop and integral keeper. 65 grams total, 17-36mm (3/4 - 1 1/2"). From the family collection of a UK gentleman, by descent in the early 1970s; previously acquired before 1960. [22, No Reserve]
Condition Report: Fine condition.
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7th-9th century AD. A suite of gilt-bronze harness mounts decorated with impressed concentric roundels comprising: five V-shaped plates; five similar with bar at the upper edge forming a slot; eight similar with loop above and suspension ring; two similar lacking the ring; tongue-shaped strap end; buckle with U-shaped loop and integral keeper. 65 grams total, 17-36mm (3/4 - 1 1/2"). From the family collection of a UK gentleman, by descent in the early 1970s; previously acquired before 1960. [22, No Reserve]
Condition Report: Fine condition.