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LOT 0297
Pre-Achaemenid Silver Clad Lion Shield Boss
9TH-8TH CENTURY B.C.
3 in. (82 grams, 76 mm).
With stylised repoussé head and face detailing showing two faces, one to the side and the other to the top, the mane represented by a scalloped border; sheet-silver clad to the head over bronze; pierced for attachment.
ProvenanceEx London, UK, gallery, 1971-early 2000s.
This lot has been checked against the Interpol Database of stolen works of art and is accompanied by search certificate number no.11871-206896.
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LOT 0297
Pre-Achaemenid Silver Clad Lion Shield Boss
Estimate £3,000 - 4,000€3,480 - 4,640 (for guidance only)$4,050 - 5,400 (for guidance only)
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