A brooch pin dating back to the eighth century has been discovered by archaeologists carrying out excavation work along the route of the Adare bypass in Co Limerick.
The early medieval brooch pin, which is made of cast iron, is just 12cm in length and features blue glass settings and cast animal and abstract ornament.
It was discovered by archaeologists working for Archaeological Management Solutions who are providing services for the pre-development excavation of the site on behalf of Limerick City and County Council and Transport Infrastructure Ireland.
The brooch pin is one of more than 100 objects that will go on display at the National Museum on Kildare Street in Dublin as part…