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LOT 1735
Medieval Bronze Shrine Head
CIRCA 14TH-15TH CENTURY A.D.
1 3/4 in. (115 grams, 43 mm).
A shrine or bowl mount formed as a female head with crespines flanking the face; circular recess for fixing to the reverse. [No Reserve]
Provenance
Found Norfolk, UK.
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