6th-2nd century BC. A bronze gilt belt hook in the form of a stylised bird with rounded body and closed wings, recurved neck and bird's head terminal; flat circular back stud. 105 grams, 62mm (2 1/2"). Property of a North London lady; gifted from her father's collection; formerly with a Mayfair gallery, London, UK; previously acquired in the 1980s. Fine condition.