S-Shaped Brooch, late 6th century, Langobardic, Silver-gilt, garnets with patterned metal foil backings, Overall: 1 1/8 x 1 7/16 x 3/8 in. (2.9 x 3.6 x 1 cm), Metalwork-Silver, The S-shape of this brooch is in fact the body of a fantastic animal with