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LOT 0945

Roman Bronze-Handled Iron Key

3RD-4TH CENTURY A.D.

3 5/8 in. (70 grams, 92 mm).

With angled shank, wolf-head handle.

Provenance

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

CONDITION

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LOT 0945

Roman Bronze-Handled Iron Key

Sold for (Inc. bp): £173

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