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LOT 0697

Roman Bronze Gladiator Brooch

1ST-3RD CENTURY A.D.

2 in. (14.9 grams, 50 mm).

Plate brooch formed as an advancing gladiator with large rectangular shield, triangular helmet, gladius in his right hand; pin-lug and catch to the reverse.

Provenance

Ex German art market, 2000s.
Acquired from an EU collector living in London.
From the collection of Surrey, UK, gentleman.

Literature

Cf. Heynowski, R., Bestimmungsbuch Archaeologie: Fibeln, Munich, 2012, item 3.27.5, for type.

CONDITION

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LOT 0697

Roman Bronze Gladiator Brooch

Sold for (Inc. bp): £364

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