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LOT 1415

Indo-Persian Enamelled Brass Shield Pair

20TH CENTURY A.D.

10 3/4 in. (996 grams total, 27.3 cm).

Each with flange rim and four applied bosses to the face for attachment of the rear straps, design of reserved foliage, birds and harpies on an enamelled field. [2, No Reserve]

Provenance

Property of a Berkshire, UK, gentleman collector.

CONDITION

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LOT 1415

Indo-Persian Enamelled Brass Shield Pair

Sold for (Inc. bp): £156

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