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Brooch (piece), believed to have been used as charm
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found at Falkirk, Stirlingshire
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This piece of an octagonal Highland ring brooch was found on a battlefield at Falkirk in Stirlingshire. It dates from the 16th or 17th century and is believed to have been used as a charm.
Made of brass, the flat ring is divided into compartments in which grotesque animals and a simple fan motif alternate. The back is plain.
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- Online ID: 000-180-002-283-C
- Image Rights Holder: National Museums Scotland
- Project:
National Museums Scotland Part 2
Project description View all records in project - Ref: National Museums Scotland H.NGA 155
- Date: 16th or 17th century
- Material: Brass
Brooch / half - Dimensions:
- What: Brooch / half
- Subject: Jewellery - brooches with old-type pins (NMAS Classification)
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- Where: Scotland, Highlands
Scotland, Stirlingshire, Falkirk (battlefield) - Event:
- Description: Half of an octagonal Highland ring brooch of brass, the flat ring divided into compartments in which grotesque animals and a simple fan motif alternate, from the battlefield of Falkirk
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