Roman Brooch

3D Model

This Roman Brooch was found at the Friends Burial Ground, a little south of Staines High Street. It is in fabulous condition, still retaining its pin and enamelling. The brooch would look great holding clothing in place and makes a real statement. It can been seen on display in Spelthorne Museum in a drawer under the main Roman display case, so please remember to open the drawers and investigate there. Along with the brooch you will see hair pins, a comb, mirror, rings and small spoons/scoops – everything you need to look you best.

Excavation (1976) by K. Crouch for LAMAS and DOE revealed a Romano British occupation site of late lst/2nd century date, abandoned 3rd century with some reoccupation in the 4th. There was evidence of 5th/6th century Saxon occupation; the site was given over to agriculture from the late Saxon period. (London Archaeol 2, 362-5).