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LOT 0873
Late Roman Silver Crossbow Brooch with Mechanical Catch
CIRCA 4TH-5TH CENTURY A.D.
2 1/4 in. (16.32 grams, 59 mm).
With tubular arms, three later agate cabochons, each with a tremolier decorated cell, hinged pin to the reverse, deep bow with tremolier detailing, rectangular foot with notched edges, applied granule and filigree ornament, triangular-section catch to the reverse with sliding mechanism. [No Reserve]
ProvenanceEx property of a gentleman; acquired in the late 1960s-early 1970s.
LiteratureCf. Hattatt, R., Iron Age and Roman Brooches, Oxford, 1985, item 499, for type.
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LOT 0873
Late Roman Silver Crossbow Brooch with Mechanical Catch
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