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Circular bronze belt ornaments. Bronze Age. 1400 BC. Found a
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Circular bronze belt ornaments. Bronze Age. 1400 BC. Found a
Circular bronze belt ornaments. Bronze Age. 1400 BC. Found at Vognserup Enge, near Holbaek. National Museum of Denmark. Copenhagen. Denmark
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1400 1400bc Adornment Belt Broken Bronze Circular Copenhagen Danish Denmark Fragment Grave Jewel Jewelry Ornament Ornamental Ornamentation Ornaments Prehistoric Prehistorical Prehistory Region Rich Scandinavia Spiral Status Zealand
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1. Title: Circular Bronze Belt Ornaments of the Bronze Age: A Glimpse into the Rich Past of Denmark's Prehistory The captivating image showcases a captivating collection of circular bronze belt ornaments, dating back to the Bronze Age, approximately 1400 BC. Discovered at Vognserup Enge, near Holbaek in Denmark, these ornaments are now proudly housed in the National Museum of Denmark, Copenhagen. These intricately designed ornaments, made of bronze, offer a glimpse into the rich and complex cultural history of Denmark during the Bronze Age. The circular shape and spiral patterns are characteristic of the high-status equipment and jewelry of the time, suggesting that these ornaments were worn by women of significant wealth and influence. The fragmented nature of the ornaments in the image hints at their discovery in a grave or burial site, providing evidence of the importance placed on adornment and personal possessions in the lives of the people of this period. The ornaments, with their intricate designs and meticulous craftsmanship, would have served both as functional belt accessories and as symbols of status and wealth. The discovery of these circular bronze belt ornaments at Vognserup Enge adds to the growing body of knowledge about the prehistoric cultures of Northern Europe, specifically in the Scandinavian region. The ornaments' presence in Denmark speaks to the country's rich prehistoric heritage and its connection to the broader European prehistoric landscape. The image of these circular bronze belt ornaments invites us to explore the intricacies of the Bronze Age, a time marked by innovation, creativity, and a deep appreciation for the natural world. The ornaments' intricate designs and the stories they tell about the people who wore them continue to captivate and inspire us, offering a window into the past and a reminder of the enduring allure of the ancient world.
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