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LOT 1142
Bactrian Bronze Weight
1ST MILLENNIUM B.C.
3 3/4 in. (274 grams, 96 mm).
With biconvex body and tall tubular neck, integral ribbed collars; ferrous pin in situ. [No Reserve]
ProvenanceUK private collection before 2000.
On the UK art market.
Property of a London gentleman.
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