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Dragon-type fibulae are a later variant of the serpentine type. With an elongated clasp and a bow embellished by pairs of bronze bud-like knobs separately made and attached to the bow by a central spike.
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Title: Bronze dragon-type fibula (safety pin)
Period: Archaic
Date: 7th–early 6th century BCE
Culture: Italic
Medium: Bronze
Dimensions: Other: 5 5/16 in. (13.5 cm)
Classification: Bronzes
Credit Line: Gift of Mr. and Mrs. Jonathan P. Rosen, 1991
Accession Number: 1991.171.18
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