Fibula; Italy, 5th century A.D.

Fibula; Italy, 5th century AD.
Gilded bronze.
Measurements: 8,5 x 6 x 4 cm.
Crossbow fibula made of gilded bronzeFibulae are metal pieces intended to hold garments. To this functional factor also joins that of serving as objects of adornment, becoming luxury products exponents of wealth. The function of a fibula is the fastening of garments; the sense of utility and functionality has made this object, changing shapes, models or decorations, has survived to the present day, constituting today our safety pins. In every fibula, we must consider the following parts: needle, head, bridge and foot.