Abstract :
A brooch from Marham, Norfolk, is identified as being a hybrid Colchester Derivative and
its relationship with other Colchester Derivatives is discussed. An examination of the basic
distribution of the parent of the Marham brooch, the Rearhook, shows that it is of Icenian
origin. Discussion of other rare hybrids along with the dating of the parent reveals that, alone of
British brooches, the Rearhook has what may be described as an abrupt cut-off date which can
be equated with the suppression of the Iceni. Only one hybrid has any development, and that is
the one to which the Marham brooch belongs. The fantail foot found on many Rearhooks also
has a later history which is examined. The discussion focuses on the dating and distribution of
what may be described as ultimate Rearhook derivatives. The early post-Boudiccan history of
the Iceni is alluded to and a case presented for the probable deliberate plantation of Icenians
at Castleford.
