Roman Horse Head Whorl Brooch
3rd-4th century AD. A bronze plate brooch formed as four profile horseheads emanating from a central roundel, each head with a ring-and-dot eye and chevron mouth, and incised borders to the neck; pin and catchplate to reverse. 17.2 grams, 42mm wide (1 1/2"). North American collection, 1990s-2000s. Property of a Surrey gentleman.
Condition Report: Very fine condition.
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3rd-4th century AD. A bronze plate brooch formed as four profile horseheads emanating from a central roundel, each head with a ring-and-dot eye and chevron mouth, and incised borders to the neck; pin and catchplate to reverse. 17.2 grams, 42mm wide (1 1/2"). North American collection, 1990s-2000s. Property of a Surrey gentleman.
Condition Report: Very fine condition.