Peuce (Nov 2015)

The Early Iron Age Treasure from Brașov

  • Alexandra ȚÂRLEA,
  • Cristiana TĂTARU,
  • Migdonia GEORGESCU,
  • Mihai FLOREA,
  • Zizi BALTĂ

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This paper presents a recently found gold treasure discovered near the city of Braşov, dated to Hallstatt B1 and containing 22 gold notched Brăduţ-type rings. The treasure is discussed in the context of similar finds from Transylvania, and the characteristics of the items are analysed: decoration, weight, dimensions, shape, technology, decoration techniques, metal composition. The possible functions of this type of rings are also discussed briefly.

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