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LOT 1845
Post Medieval Bronze Clasp Group
CIRCA 16TH-19TH CENTURY A.D.
1/2 - 1 3/8 in. (64 grams total, 14-36 mm).
Comprising clasps of various types and designs, including examples with floral ornament, pricked dot designs, vegetal motifs and others. [35, No Reserve]
Provenance
Found Berkshire, UK.
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