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Large Anglo-Saxon Bronze Cruciform Brooch Large Anglo-Saxon Bronze Cruciform Brooch Large Anglo-Saxon Bronze Cruciform Brooch
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LOT 1685

Large Anglo-Saxon Bronze Cruciform Brooch

CIRCA 6TH CENTURY A.D.

4 5/8 in. (56 grams, 11.8 cm).

Comprising a rectangular headplate and three radiating D-shaped knops, broad bow and horse-head footplate; catch and pin-lug to reverse;
repaired from parts. [No Reserve]

Provenance

From the collection of a Buckinghamshire, UK, collector established from the earlier 1960s.

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LOT 1685

Large Anglo-Saxon Bronze Cruciform Brooch

Sold for (Inc. bp): £39

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