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LOT 0056
Greek Decorated Spiral Bracelet
8TH CENTURY B.C.
4 1/2 in. (685 grams, 11.5 cm).
A bronze bracelet formed as a spiral D-section rod with waisted profile, hatched and notched ornament to the edges.
ProvenancePrivate Swiss collection, acquired 2002.
LiteratureCf. similar item in the British Museum, London, under accession number 1856,1226.722.
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LOT 0056
Greek Decorated Spiral Bracelet
Estimate £700 - 900€810 - 1,040 (for guidance only)$950 - 1,220 (for guidance only)
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