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LOT 1661

Bronze Age to Post Medieval Artefact Collection

1ST MILLENNIUM B.C.-20TH CENTURY A.D.

1/2 - 2 1/8 in. (170 grams total, 14-55 mm).

Including socketted arrowheads, harness mounts, scabbard mount, military button and other items. [19, No Reserve]

Provenance

Ex German art market, 2000s.
Acquired from an EU collector living in London.
From the collection of a Surrey, UK, gentleman.

CONDITION

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LOT 1661

Bronze Age to Post Medieval Artefact Collection

Sold for (Inc. bp): £59

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