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Belt hook

This example, representing an indeterminate beast, is adorned with striated spiral bands extending into tufts back of the hind legs. the hook terminated in a serpent's head. The stud, with round top, projects from the back just behind the shoulder. Patina bright green

Date
5th-4th century BCE
In our collection
since May the 31st, 2015 up to now
Dimensions
3 5/8 × 1 7/16 × 5/8 in., 0.2 lb. (9.21 × 3.65 × 1.59 cm, 0.1 kg)
Location
Not on View
Medium
Bronze
Price
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Composition
oxygen18%
iron82%