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Clasp

6th–8th century
Not on view

Artwork Details

Object Information
  • Title: Clasp
  • Date: 6th–8th century
  • Culture: British or European (?)
  • Medium: Gilded copper alloy
  • Dimensions: Overall: 1 1/16 x 1/2 x 1/4 in. (2.7 x 1.3 x 0.7 cm)
  • Classification: Metalwork-Copper alloy
  • Credit Line: Purchase, 1895
  • Object Number: 95.15.73
  • Curatorial Department: Medieval Art and The Cloisters

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