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LOT 2135
Large Anglo-Saxon Gilt Bronze Equal-Arm Brooch Half
CIRCA 7TH-8TH CENTURY A.D.
1 1/2 in. (14.4 grams, 39.6 mm wide).
Segmented deep bow with wide headplate, remains of attachment lug to the reverse.
ProvenanceAcquired on the UK art market in the 1980s.
From an East Anglian private collection.
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LOT 2135
Large Anglo-Saxon Gilt Bronze Equal-Arm Brooch Half
Estimate £150 - 200€170 - 230 (for guidance only)$200 - 270 (for guidance only)
Opening Bid
£75 (EUR 87; USD 101) +BP*
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Opening Bid: £100
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Anglo-Saxon Bronze Long Brooch
Circa 6th century A.D.Estimate: £40 - 60 (+bp*)
Bids: 1 | Current Bid: £5
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Circa 800-1100 A.D.Estimate: £300 - 400 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £150
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