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LOT 0680
Sold for (Inc. bp): £26
ROMAN BRONZE BOW BROOCH
2ND CENTURY A.D.
1 7/8 in. (16 grams, 47 mm).
2ND CENTURY A.D.
1 7/8 in. (16 grams, 47 mm).
Of kraftig profilierte type with tapering bow with scooped sides, collar to the bow and spur beneath, swept forward edge to the foot with knop finial; spring and pin to reverse. [No Reserve]
PROVENANCE:
From the private collection of John Fox, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire, UK, antiquarian and archaeologist; his collection assembled in the 1950s-1970s.
This lot is accompanied by an illustrated lot declaration signed by the Head of the Antiquities Department, Dr Raffaele D'Amato.
LITERATURE:
Cf. Hattatt, R., Iron Age and Roman Brooches, Oxford, 1985, item 334, for type.
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TimeLine Auctions follows a rigorous vetting process to ensure the authenticity and legality of all items, reinforcing our commitment to integrity and responsible trading. Each antiquity, antique, and coin lot undergoes thorough examination by a vetting committee of at least ten external specialists, professional trade association members, scientists, and archaeologists: Our Vetting Process
AUCTIONS:
TimeLine is a leading auction house specialising in antiquities, ancient art, collectables, natural history, coins, medals, and books. Our auctions offer museums, collectors, historians, and enthusiasts the opportunity to acquire unique and historically significant pieces.
