A rare Greek Silver Brooch Pin, Classical Period, ca. 5th - 4th century BCE
GJ2008
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A rare and refined Greek silver brooch pin, crafted during the Classical period, composed of two slender silver shafts joined at the top by a domed, ball-shaped head. A transverse bronze plate intersects the shafts diagonally, serving either as a clasp mechanism or decorative counterbalance. The form is both architectonic and sculptural, evoking the aesthetic principles of Classical design—balance, proportion, and restrained elegance.
Silver dress pins and brooches of this period are considerably less common than their bronze counterparts and were likely worn by elite women. The dual-material construction suggests both utility and ornament, possibly indicating a functional pin for draped garments or veils with enhanced visual appeal.
Objects of this type reflect the high technical skill of Classical Greek metalworkers and the personal ornament traditions of aristocratic households. This pin would have been both a practical fastener and a visible symbol of status.
Condition: The silver sphere at the head is indented on one side; otherwise intact and in very good overall condition. Original patination on bronze component. No visible repairs.
Dimensions: Length: 10.5 cm (4.1 inches)
Provenance: Private German collection
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