1,200 year-old brooch pin latest treasure uncovered during Adare bypass works

The early Medieval artefact, housed in the National Museum of Ireland, hailed a 'remarkable find'

The early Medieval brooch pin discovered by archaeologists at Ardshanbally last year as part of excavation works for the Adare Bypass. Picture: Fran Veale/Julien Behal Photography

A Medieval brooch pin dating from the 8th century is the latest treasure to be uncovered during construction works on the Adare bypass in Limerick.

The brooch, made of cast bronze, is just 12cm in length, and features blue glass settings as well as cast animal and abstract ornaments.