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LOT 1660
European Bronze Age Boss
1ST MILLENNIUM B.C.
4 3/4 in. (65 grams, 12 cm).
Of circular convex shape with a conical rivet through the centre, the underside of the rivet with a loop for attachment; a pelta-shaped openwork plaque suspended from the rivet.
ProvenanceEx London, UK, collection, 1990s.
Accompanied by a previous typed cataloguing card.
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Bronze Age Socketted Spearhead
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With flared socket developing to a midrib with scooped lateral ribbing in a leaf-shaped blade; opposed lateral holes to accept attachment pegs. 109 grams, 16 cm
Acquired in Germany in 2000. Acquired by the present owner from the above. -
Bronze Age Boss Mount Group
2nd-1st millennium B.C.Sold for (Inc. bp): £20
Mixed group of discoid mounts in various sizes, each with mounting stud to reverse. 50 grams total, 27-40 mm
Ex German art market, 2000s. Acquired from an EU collector living in London. From the collection of a Surrey, UK, gentleman. -
Heavy Bronze Age Ceremonial Penannular Arm-Ring
Central Europe, 2nd millennium B.C.Estimate: £80 - 100 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £40
Composed of a round-section penannular body tapering towards the finials. 85 grams, 10.3 cm
Acquired in Europe before 1992. Ex Swiss collection.