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Penannular Brooch

10th–11th century
Not on view

Artwork Details

Object Information
  • Title: Penannular Brooch
  • Date: 10th–11th century
  • Culture: Scandinavian or Baltic
  • Medium: Copper alloy, cast (loop); tongue wrought copper alloy
  • Dimensions: Overall: 1 7/8 x 1 5/8 x 1/2 in. (4.7 x 4.1 x 1.2 cm)
  • Classification: Metalwork-Copper
  • Credit Line: Gift of Dr. Ernest Harms, 1953
  • Object Number: 53.78.4
  • Curatorial Department: Medieval Art and The Cloisters

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