| Early Anglo-Saxon Belt Buckles (late 5th to early 8th centuries A.D.): Their classification and context Contributor(s): Marzinzik, Sonja (Author) |
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ISBN: 1841715441 ISBN-13: 9781841715445 Publisher: British Archaeological Reports Oxford Ltd OUR PRICE: $196.65 Product Type: Paperback Published: December 2003 |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Social Science | Archaeology - History | Ancient - General |
| Dewey: 936.2 |
| Series: Bar Archaeopress |
| Physical Information: 1.39" H x 8.31" W x 11.65" (3.68 lbs) 483 pages |
| Themes: - Chronological Period - Ancient (To 499 A.D.) |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: Belt buckles, which were worn by both men and women in Anglo-Saxon England, not only had an obvious practical function, they also had a potent social significance for their wearers. Their archaeological value lies in the fact that, in a period in which coins were scarce, they can be used as dating evidence. This substantial volume explores the social aspects of dress accessories whilst presenting a typology and chronology of finds. Much of the study comprises an illustrated catalogue of over 1,200 examples. Tables and maps also explore the distribution of buckle types and their association with other objects. A useful reference. |
Contributor Bio(s): Marzinzik, Sonja: - Sonja Marzinzik |