Early medieval Silver Ostrogothic bird heads brooch

Ostrogothic openwork solid silver plate brooch with stylised bird heads. The circular brooch has a central green glass cabochon, surrounded by eight radiating arms, each forming a stylised bird's head in profile, the eyes inlayed with green glass. Diameter: 31,4 mm Weight: 10,72 g Condition: good solid condition. pinlug and catchplate are present, pin is missing. Signs of wear consistent with age and use. See images for own impression. Certificate of Authenticity available upon request (pdf-format) . Shipping: registered and insured parcel. Purchased by the current owner from a Dutch collection. The seller guarantees this piece is acquired in a legal manner. Related documents seen by Catawiki. All shipments outside the EU must be accompanied by an export licence, this will be arranged by the seller. The buyers must take account of a 3-6 weeks waiting period for the licence plus additional processing time by their country’s Customs department.