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Fibula (Pin)
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This gold fibula consists of a leech-shaped bow attached to a pin, a plaque, and a biconical bead. A nine-petaled flower tops the bead. The fibula was likely used to fasten clothes by gathering fabric together. Unlike silver and bronze, gold does not easily tarnish.
| Artist / Maker | Etruscan |
|---|---|
| Date | 300s BCE |
| Culture / Origin | Etruscan |
| Medium | gold |
| Dimensions | Overall: 4.2 cm (1 5/8 in.) |
| Department | Greek and Roman Art |
| Type | Jewelry |
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Provenance & Source
Image & data: Cleveland Museum of Art, CC0 / Public Domain.
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