This richly ornamented brooch, with a horizontal needle on the back, was used to fasten loosely draped garments on the shoulder. Attached at the bottom of the piece are three braided chains ending in heart-shaped pendants.
Origin unknown (museum purchase)
Date: A.D. 1-200
Material: Gold
Item Dimensions: Height with pendant: 11.8 cm; greatest diameter: 5.5 cm
Archaeological Mission:
National Museum Of Damascus (2011) – Museum No.: Damascus 4318/10127
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