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LOT 0747

Roman Bronze Brooch Group

1ST-2ND CENTURY A.D.

1 3/8 in. (19.2 grams total, 34-35 mm).

Comprising: bird-shaped plate brooch with pin and catch; Dolphin-type bow brooch with ribbed shank. [2, No Reserve]

Provenance

Acquired on the UK art market circa 2005.
From an old north country, UK, collection.
This lot is accompanied by an illustrated lot declaration signed by the Head of the Antiquities Department, Dr Raffaele D'Amato.

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LOT 0747

Roman Bronze Brooch Group

Sold for (Inc. bp): £33

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