MEROVINGIAN HIGH KARAT GOLD MEDALLION WITH CLOISONNE Ca. AD 560 - 650. A circular gold brooch with a scalloped outer edge and a cloisonné-decorated surface. The central motif consists of an interlaced pattern of pointed cells forming a fourfold design around a cruciform axis, each filled with deep red garnet inlays. The surrounding ring is set with alternating garnet segments framed in gold, enclosed by an external beaded border. Fine filigree scrollwork fills the recessed ground between the cloisonné compartments. The reverse is fitted with a triple-lug hinge and a catchplate. For similar see: Christie's, Live Auction 19875, Antiquities, Lot 79. Size: 31mm x 31mm; Weight: 15g Provenance: London collection; Ex. Mayfair collection, acquired from an Ancient Art gallery; formerly acquired on the London art market pre-2000. This item has been cleared against the Art Loss Register database and comes with a confirmation letter. Reviewed by Sami Fortune, an ancient jewellery specialist.