6th-7th century AD. A bronze belt formed as a wide plaque tapering to each side with folded edges; rectangular extension to one side with extant pin, ring to the other; to the plaque a repoussé rosette to each end, applied possibly later diamond-shaped gold plaque to the centre with central boss, lion figure to each side, filigree outline and triangular detail. 120 grams, 24.5cm (9 3/4"). Property of a European businessman; formerly in a Belgium collection; previously from an old German collection. [No Reserve] Fine condition.