Bow Fibula

3D Model

Collection: Prehistory and Historical Archeology Dept.

Inv.-No.: UF-6981.1

Material: Gold plated silver

Dimensions: 5,74 x 2,66 cm, 10,5 mm

Dating: 6th Century

This silver brooch has a gold-plated surface. The brooch stands out due to its rich decoration, expressed through the dense arrangement of seven small buttons around the edge of the semicircular head plate and its intricate design. There is an animal head at the base of the brooch. The head plate, sides of the bow and base plate are all elaborately carved. Niello-decorated strips outline the contours.

This object was digitized through the ‘Kulturerbe digital’ program of the Federal Ministry for Arts, Culture, Public Service and Sport.