C. 2nd-3rd century AD

A fine Roman silver P-shape bow brooch featuring an arched bow with a central raised rib, which extends from the perpendicular bar. It has a returned foot-plate which curves back and is attached to the bow with a silver coil.

Although misshaped, with slight crack to pin, it in is intact and a nice piece.

Ref: Similar example in Ancient Brooches & Others Artefacts by R. Hattatt, 366.

Size: 40mm length approx