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LOT 1740
Medieval Bronze Cross Pendant
14TH-16TH CENTURY A.D.
1 1/4 in. (6.5 grams, 31 mm).
With expanding arms, ribbed obverse, central boss with concentric rings; pierced at the upper edge. [No Reserve]
Provenance
Ex German art market, 2000s.
Acquired from an EU collector living in London.
From the collection of Surrey, UK, gentleman.
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