Bronze bracteate in Hunnic / Hephthalite animal style, reflecting the artistic and cultural influences of the Central Asian steppe nomads during the early medieval period (4th–6th centuries AD)

Featuring two stylized peacocks facing each other in a heraldic composition.

1.32 g, 35 – 35.5 mm

Cultural & Historical Context:

Likely produced by a Hunnic, Hephthalite, or a related steppe group along the Silk Road
Could have been used as a trade token, amulet, or currency substitute
The artistic style blends nomadic, Iranian (Sasanian), and Central Asian elements, reflecting the multicultural interactions along the Silk Road

This type of bracteate is significant in understanding early medieval steppe cultures, their economic systems, and their connections to Persian influence

Provenance: Southern Uzbekistan

Large piece in exceptional condition, as found. Extremely RARE

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