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LOT 0821
Roman Bronze Double Horse Brooch
3RD-4TH CENTURY A.D.
1 5/8 in. (10.4 grams, 40 mm).
Formed with two curving horse heads at each end, the legs forming the catchplate and pin lug. [No Reserve]
ProvenanceEx German art market, 2000s.
Acquired from an EU collector living in London.
From the collection of a Surrey, UK, gentleman.
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