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LOT 1794
Migration Period Silver Buckle and Mount Collection
6TH-8TH CENTURY A.D.
5/8 - 1 1/8 in. (26.34 grams total, 16-30 mm).
Including kidney-shaped and other types, with openwork stiffener plate, strap end and other items. [6, No Reserve]
Provenance
Ex German art market, 2000s.
Acquired from an EU collector living in London.
From the collection of a Surrey, UK, gentleman.
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