Disk Brooch

6th century

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Title: Disk Brooch
Date Created: 6th century
Physical Dimensions: Overall: 1 1/16 x 3/8 in. (2.7 x 1 cm)
Type: Brooch
External Link: http://www.metmuseum.org/art/collection/search/464843
Medium: Silver-gilt cells, side strip, and beaded edging; garnets with deep-punched, "standard" foil backings; emerald; silver back with posts for spring and pin; no spring/pin extant
Repository: Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, NY
Culture: Frankish

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