Jewelry

Arbalest fibula with barbed tail

Number of tool VI 150:100

• Description of use A cross-shaped stop brooch with elongated barbed tails placed at the ends of the head spiral. The foot features stylized animal eyes. This brooch belonged to a wealthy man and was used to fasten the neckline of a cloak or skirt pulled over the head.
• Place of archaeological excavation Mežotne Central Burial Site