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LOT 1135
Estimate
GBP (£) 200 - 300
EUR (€) 230 - 350
USD ($) 270 - 400
(1 Bid, Reserve met)
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(1 Bid, Reserve met) | Current bid: £5
BYZANTINE BRONZE RELIQUARY CROSS PENDANT
CIRCA 9TH-12TH CENTURY A.D.
2 1/8 in. (22.9 grams, 54 mm).
CIRCA 9TH-12TH CENTURY A.D.
2 1/8 in. (22.9 grams, 54 mm).
Enkolpion reliquary pendant with hinged body and substantial suspension loop; obverse with low-relief nimbate Christ with four busts surrounding; reverse with incised figural detail. [No Reserve]
PROVENANCE:
Ex Den of Antiquity, Cambridge, UK.
From the private collection of a West London, UK, gentleman, formed since the early 2000s.
Accompanied by a typed dealer's ticket.
LITERATURE:
Cf. Wamser, L., Die Welt von Byzanz - Europas Östliches Erbe, München, 2004, item 258, for type.
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TimeLine Auctions follows a rigorous vetting process to ensure the authenticity and legality of all items, reinforcing our commitment to integrity and responsible trading. Each antiquity, antique, and coin lot undergoes thorough examination by a vetting committee of at least ten external specialists, professional trade association members, scientists, and archaeologists: Our Vetting Process
AUCTIONS:
TimeLine is a leading auction house specialising in antiquities, ancient art, collectables, natural history, coins, medals, and books. Our auctions offer museums, collectors, historians, and enthusiasts the opportunity to acquire unique and historically significant pieces.
