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LOT 0756
Roman Bronze Military Armilla Bracelet
1ST-2ND CENTURY A.D.
2 1/4 in. (25.5 grams, 58 mm).
Comprising a penannular flat-section hoop with punched decoration, deltoid-shaped terminals formed as stylised snake heads with hatched line detailing. [No Reserve]
ProvenanceEx German art market, 2000s.
Acquired from an EU collector living in London.
From the collection of Surrey, UK, gentleman.
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