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LOT 0756
Late Roman Bronze Decorated Bracelet
5TH-6TH CENTURY A.D.
2 1/4 in. (30.2 grams, 57 mm).
Penannular bracelet with rounded terminals, the upper face decorated with annulets and X-motifs, five large circlets with hatching at the centre. [No Reserve]
ProvenanceEx German art market, 2000s.
Acquired from an EU collector living in London.
From the collection of a Surrey, UK, gentleman.
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Opening Bid: £1,000
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