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LOT 1109
Byzantine Bronze Pendant Cross
10TH-12TH CENTURY A.D.
1 1/4 in. (3.48 grams, 33 mm).
Expanding-arm cross with incised voided motif, pierecd to accept a suspension ring for a dangle. [No Reserve]
ProvenanceEx German art market, 2000s.
Acquired from an EU collector living in London.
From the collection of a Surrey, UK, gentleman.
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Byzantine Silver Artefact Group
6th-15th century A.D. and laterSold for (Inc. bp): £111
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Ex German art market, 2000s. Acquired from an EU collector living in London. From the collection of a Surrey, UK, gentleman. -
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Byzantine Bronze Ring with Warrior Saints
11th-12th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £65
Comprising an expanding hoop and a rectangular bezel with two nimbate figures holding weapons; hoop split. 5.20 grams, 19.41 mm overall, 16.43 mm internal diameter (approximate size British I 1/2, USA 4 1/2, Europe 8.07, Japan 7)
Acquired on the UK and EU art market before 2000. From the private collection of a Surrey, UK, gentleman.
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Byzantine Bronze Cross Pendant
6th-8th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £33
With slightly flared arms, transverse piercing above for suspension. 10.6 grams, 33 mm
Ex German art market, 2000s. Acquired from an EU collector living in London. From the collection of a Surrey, UK, gentleman.
