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LOT 0615

Roman Bronze Crossbow Brooch

4TH CENTURY A.D.

2 5/8 in. (36.7 grams, 68 mm).

Comprising three bulbous terminals, slender facetted bow and possible zoomorphic terminal in relief; pin detatched. [No Reserve]

Provenance

Acquired from an antiques dealer in the early 1990s.

CONDITION
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LOT 0615

Roman Bronze Crossbow Brooch

Sold for (Inc. bp): £52

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