Floral belt buckle

An openwork  belt buckle with floral decorations . The old Greeks had this ornaments on their drinking

vessels and cups . The pampre , vine tendrils and vine leaves have been the symbol for  joy , celebrations ,

hospitality but also for dionysian orgies and  bacchanalias .

The buckle dates from the 7. - 10 century A.D.  It is of byzantine origin , but was popular and was worn in

whole Europe . So it is ok for early medieval as well as for viking reenactors .

The buckle has flaps at the backside and can be  sewed with the  leather or it can be  secured by small

bolts (included) . No rivets needed .

Bronze  ,  70 x 35 mm

SILVER please look at  " available options "