Medieval Bronze Clothing Buckles stoneadze They hold the concept of

They hold the concept of a soul-substance known as the “seeds of singing” (edai-egen)

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Two decorative loop handles adorn the shoulder

composed of small disc-shaped faience beads in a rich interplay of colors—red

Now restrung on modern cord

Medieval Bronze Clothing Buckles stoneadze They hold the concept ofMedieval Period, c. 8801240 AD, Kievan Rus, Eastern Europe A remarkable group of three cast bronze buckles, some thickly formed and exhibiting the robust, utilitarian elegance characteristic of Kievan Rus metalwork. Their distinctive double loop constructiondocumented across numerous Kievan Rus archaeological sitesallowed the loose end of the belt to be neatly secured behind the buckle, an ingenious and practical design solution. Though likely once