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LOT 1580
Chinese Bronze Belt Hook
HAN DYNASTY, 206 B.C.-220 A.D.
1 7/8 in. (31.4 grams, 48 mm).
A bronze belt hook with a tapering profile and one hooked terminal, discoid lug to reverse. [No Reserve]
Provenance
Acquired 1980s.
Private UK collection.
Property of a Sussex, UK, teacher.
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