Crossbow fibula
Crossbow fibula

Currently not on view

Crossbow fibula,

late 3rd–4th century CE

Roman
y1992-88

Information

Title
Crossbow fibula
Dates

late 3rd–4th century CE

Medium
Bronze
Dimensions
3.3 x 8.0 x 5.5 cm (1 5/16 x 3 1/8 x 2 3/16 in.)
Credit Line
Gift of Mr. and Mrs. Anthony Geber, in memory of Dr. Antal and Klarissza Geber
Object Number
y1992-88
Period
Roman (style or period)
Type
metalwork, pins (jewelry)
Materials
bronze
Subject
chevrons

Acquired by Mr. and Mrs. Anthony Geber at an unknown date from an unknown source; given to the Museum in 1992 by the Gebers in memory of Dr. Antal and Karlissza Geber.

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