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LOT 0766
Roman Bronze Bow Brooch Collection
1ST-3RD CENTURY A.D.
1 3/8 - 2 5/8 in. (70 grams total, 36-67 mm).
Comprising six bow brooches of different types, one with tinned decoration; four with pins in situ, two with remains of pin. [6, No Reserve]
ProvenanceEx German art market, 2000s.
Acquired from an EU collector living in London.
From the collection of Surrey, UK, gentleman.
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