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LOT 0996

Byzantine Gold Mount with Veiled Bust

CIRCA 6TH-8TH CENTURY A.D.

1 in. (1.45 grams, 25 mm).

Discoid foil mount with beaded wire rim and two loops to the reverse; repoussé bust of Mary with 'M' above. [No Reserve]

Provenance

UK private collection before 2000.
Acquired on the UK art market.
Property of a London gentleman.

CONDITION

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LOT 0996

Byzantine Gold Mount with Veiled Bust

Sold for (Inc. bp): £156

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