Anglo-Saxon 'Spherical Terminal' Pin
Silver, 3.40 grams, 55.86 mm. Circa 7th century AD. A sturdy silver pin with a spherical terminal. The shaft is still straight and retains its point. Reference: MacGregor, A. & Bolick, E. A Summary Catalogue of the Anglo-Saxon Collections (Non-Ferrous Metals) BAR British Series,230, Oxford, 1993, p.186 item 31.8. Extremely Fine condition. Ex. Old English Collection, via a Norfolk country Auction.