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LOT 0557
Late Roman Silver-Gilt Triangular Belt Mount with Lions
4TH-5TH CENTURY A.D.
2 3/8 in. (8.97 grams, 60 mm).
The borders with spiral motifs and running lions, a hole in each corner for fastening pins.
ProvenanceAcquired early 1990s.
From an East Anglian private collection.
Cf. Arena, M.S., Delogu, P., Paroli, L., Ricci, M., Saguì, L., Vendittelli, L., Roma, dall’antichitá al Medioevo, archeologia e storia, Milano, 2001, nos.I.3.6a-e, for similar belt elements.
FootnotesBy the second half of the 4th century, broad Roman military belts were decorated with chip-carved mounts and plates. The fittings were realised by punching or by chip carving different patterns and motifs.
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LOT 0557
Late Roman Silver-Gilt Triangular Belt Mount with Lions
Estimate £350 - 450€410 - 520 (for guidance only)$470 - 610 (for guidance only)
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Opening Bid: £200
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Fine condition.
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