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LOT 0954

Roman Bronze Dolphin Mount

CIRCA 3RD CENTURY A.D.

1 13/4 in. (5.78 grams, 45 mm).

Hollow to the reverse, formed as a dolphin with body and tail raised, lateral fins flared; a suspension loop to each end. [No Reserve]

Provenance

Ex Cambridgeshire, UK, gentleman's collection.

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LOT 0954

Roman Bronze Dolphin Mount

Sold for (Inc. bp): £91

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