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LOT 1164

Iron Age Celtic Bronze Segmented Belt Link Group

LATE 1ST MILLENNIUM B.C.

2 1/4 - 2 3/8 in. (39.7 grams total, 58-60 mm).

Comprising five bars, each with four raised bosses interspersed with horizonal bars; the bosses hollow for threading. [5, No Reserve]

Provenance

From Eastern Europe.
UK private collection.
Acquired from York Antiques Centre, in 2007.
Property of a Nottinghamshire gentleman.

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LOT 1164

Iron Age Celtic Bronze Segmented Belt Link Group

Sold for (Inc. bp): £39

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