Bronze Koban fibula
9th – 10th century B.C.

250,00

1 in stock

Period: 3rd millenium B.C.
Area: Krasnodar area (Caucasus).
Size (mm): (L) 50 (H) 36 (W) 6
Weight (g): 10
Condition: Crusty earthy patina.
Origin: Old french private collection.

Description

Fibula excavated from a Caucasian tomb on Krasnodar area and dating back between 800 and 900 B.C.

This is classified as an Arch fibula, measures 5 cm long and has been crafted from one single bronze piece with a simple loop spring.

Green olive patina with remnant earth encrustation.

Reference

“Prehistoric Fibulae”, Van Buchem, pl. 1 fig. 1

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Weight 24 g
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