Copper alloy, 7.21 grams, 27.33 mm. Circa late 10th century AD. A beautiful gilt bronze brooch with cloisonné enamel in dark blue, white and yellow. The rim bears seven lobed extensions, five with the enamelled ‘cabochons’ still present. This distinctive type of brooch was produced in England during the late 10th and 11th centuries, marking the re-introduction of enamelling technology. Reference: for glazing see Backhouse, J., Turner, D.H. & Webster, L. The Golden Age of Anglo-Saxon Art 966-1066, London, 1984, p.136 and cf. the Anglo-Saxon disc brooch from Lexden, Colchester (Essex) of similar construction. Very fine condition.