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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 1670

Large Anglo-Saxon Bronze Cruciform Brooch

CIRCA 6TH CENTURY A.D.

4 5/8 in. (52 grams, 11.7 cm).

Broad headplate with three radiating knops, broad conical bow, horse-head footplate with scrolled nostril detailing; remains of catch and 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 1670

Large Anglo-Saxon Bronze Cruciform Brooch

Sold for (Inc. bp): £143

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