This antique bronze buckle and strap end are distinguished by their intricate knotwork. Knotwork was a popular motif on brassware during the medieval period. The intricate motifs are not only fun to look at but provide a delightful texture for people who fidget with their belts. Often associated with the Vikings, knotwork is found all over Europe, wherever traders could be found.
A similar example dated to between 900 - 100 A.D. has been recorded by the Portable Antiquities Scheme in Britain: https://finds.org.uk/database/artefacts/record/id/106177
Measurements:
Buckle - L= 3 cm, W= 3.8 cm, Strap width = 2 cm
Strap End - L= 4.3 cm, W= 2 cm, Strap width = 2 cm
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