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Tab
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This tab would have been attached to a strip of leather worn around the waist. It was likely both an ornamental statement indicating social rank and a practical accessory. The decorative inlay was applied by forcing silver wire into a pattern engraved into the iron. The condition of the tab indicates that it was likely excavated, perhaps from a grave.
| Artist / Maker | Frankish, Migration period |
|---|---|
| Date | 600s |
| Culture / Origin | Frankish, Migration period |
| Medium | iron with silver overlay |
| Dimensions | Overall: 9.1 x 5.8 cm (3 9/16 x 2 5/16 in.) |
| Department | Medieval Art |
| Type | Jewelry |
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