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LOT 0621

Greek Bronze Bow Brooch Group

4TH-2ND CENTURY B.C.

1 5/8 - 2 in. (25.5 grams total, 43-53 mm).

Each comprising a thick segmented bow with an integral coiled spring to one end, developing to a sturdy pin; to the other end, a U-section lobed catchplate on a single-coil spring. [2, No Reserve]

Provenance

Previously in a European collection formed prior to 1980.
From a private collection formed in the Netherlands.
From the property of a late Lincolnshire, UK, gentleman.

Literature

Cf. Beck, H. et al., Fibel und Fibeltracht, Berlin, 2000, abb.86, for type.

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LOT 0621

Greek Bronze Bow Brooch Group

Sold for (Inc. bp): £13

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