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LOT 0022

Large Romano-Egyptian Silver Snake Mount

ROMAN PERIOD, 30 B.C.-323 A.D.

2 7/8 in. (40.6 grams, 73 mm).

Modelled slithering, its body forming meandering loops, with stylised detailing to the head and tail; remains of mounting lug to reverse of head.

Provenance

‘The Ancient Menagerie Collection’ formerly the property of a Cambridgeshire lady, collected since the 1990s and acquired from auctions and dealers throughout Europe and the USA, now ex London collection.

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LOT 0022

Large Romano-Egyptian Silver Snake Mount

Estimate £600 - 800€700 - 930 (for guidance only)$810 - 1,080 (for guidance only)

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