Dress-pin

Cast, copper alloy hair- or dress-pin with a finial in the shape of a flat, stylised bird. The body tapers to a point at the back, with a fanned upright tail above; The head has a curved crest and pointed beak, but no detailing. Most of the shaft is missing.

Kind

artefact

Date

700–1199 CE

Place

Kāpiśī (34.9800, 69.3000)