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LOT 1694
Iron Age Celtic Bronze Trefoil Horse Harness Strap Junction
1ST CENTURY B.C.-1ST CENTURY A.D.
1 3/4 in. (39.2 grams, 44 mm).
Convex outer ring with central hub and three radiating legs forming a triangle.
ProvenanceAcquired on the UK art market before 2000.
Property of an Essex, UK, gentleman.
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LOT 1694
Iron Age Celtic Bronze Trefoil Horse Harness Strap Junction
Sold for (Inc. bp): £117
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Each a D-section shank with clubbed finials. 62.3 grams total, 66-67 mm
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Iron Age Celtic Bronze Animal Toggle
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Comprising a tapering cylindrical shank with horse-head finial, mane extending to the rear, vertical slot; collar to the base developing to a bull's head with curved horns, ring-and-dot eyes; mounted on a custom-made stand. 9.42 grams, 33 mm (18.1 grams total, 62 mm including stand)
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Iron Age Celtic Woad Cosmetic Grinder Set
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Found near Cirencester, Gloucestershire, UK. Ex old British collection. From a Leicestershire, UK, collection.