
This diminutive medieval brooch was discovered near Lincoln in 2011. The hexagonal frame features a triangular cross-section bearing the inscription ‘+IO SVI CI EN LIV DAMI’ – ‘I am here in the place of a friend (I love)'.
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Title of artwork, date
Hexagonal brooch, 1200–1300
Date supported
2014
Medium and material
Gold
Dimensions
1.6 x 1.8 x 0.1 cm
Gifted by
Wartski
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