The Cleveland Museum of Art

Collection Online as of December 21, 2025

Bow Fibula

500–550

Frankish, 6th century

silver gilt and niello
Overall: 7.7 x 4.5 x 1.1 cm (3 1/16 x 1 3/4 x 7/16 in.)
Gift of Joe Hatzenbuehler 2007.222
Location: 106A Migration Period & Coptic

Did You Know?

Niello is a mix of metals that was common material for decorating jewelry at the time.
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https://www.clevelandart.org/art/2007.222