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LOT 1289

Iron Age Bronze Pin with Bird Finial

1ST CENTURY B.C. OR LATER

4 1/2 in. (4.6 grams, 11.7 cm).

Composed of a tapering round-section pin with stylised bird with fan-shaped tail and simple head and feather detailing. [No Reserve]

Provenance

Acquired on the German art market around 2000.
From the collection of a Surrey, UK, gentleman.

CONDITION

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LOT 1289

Iron Age Bronze Pin with Bird Finial

Sold for (Inc. bp): £91

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