Bidspirit auction | HUNNIC SILVER CICADA BROOCH

HUNNIC SILVER CICADA BROOCH - Ca. AD 300 - 400.A silver brooch modelled in the round, taking the form of a stylised cicada. The brooch is defined by a large head, a segmented body, and nicely detailed wings. The eyes are deeply recessed, likely for inlay work that would have added vibrancy to the piece. The catchplate is positioned on the reverse, allowing it to be secured to garments.Size: 32mm x 21mm; weight 8gProvenance: Private UK collection; From an old British collection formed in the 1990s.