Roman Bronze Crossbow Brooch

4TH CENTURY A.D.

2 7/8 in. (30.2 grams, 73 mm).

Tear-shaped knop above facetted crossbar with knop finials, decorated footplate; catchplate to reverse, hinged iron pin behind the crossbar. [No Reserve]

Provenance

Ex property of an Essex, UK, gentleman collector.
From the private collection of a Colchester, UK, gentleman.

CONDITION

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LOT 0750