c.5th century AD. A tree ornament or finial comprising a central stem with two stacked sheet gold discs each with radiating foliage, the upper with applied filigree wire branches supporting dangling leaf-shaped pendants; mounted on a custom-made stand. 106 grams total, 68mm including stand (2 3/4"). Property of a London gentleman; previously in a private UK collection, 1970s; accompanied by an independent specialist report and valuation, ref. no. 177849/13/07/2021.