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LOT 257647
Roman Bronze Double Swan-Head Pendant Hanger
1ST CENTURY A.D.
1 3/4 in. (34.8 grams, 45 mm).
Composed of two elegantly curving swan's heads with pellet eyes, large loop below. [No Reserve]
Provenance
From the private coin collection of a West London, UK, gentleman, formed since the mid 1980s.
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LOT 257647
Roman Bronze Double Swan-Head Pendant Hanger
Estimate £50 - 70€58 - 81 (for guidance only)$68 - 95 (for guidance only)
Opening Bid
£5 (EUR 6; USD 7) +BP*
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