"These gold lock-rings come from the Dowris phase of the Late Bronze Age and date to circa 800 - 600 B. C. These gapped conical ornaments, thought to have been used for holding hair in place, such as at the end of a plait, demonstrate the highest skill of the early Irish goldsmith."
Monday, April 21, 2008
Sunday 20th - Sketchers - National History Museum
"These gold lock-rings come from the Dowris phase of the Late Bronze Age and date to circa 800 - 600 B. C. These gapped conical ornaments, thought to have been used for holding hair in place, such as at the end of a plait, demonstrate the highest skill of the early Irish goldsmith."
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