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LOT 0574

Roman Bronze Openwork Key Handle

CIRCA 43-410 A.D.

2 1/4 in. (52.3 grams, 59 mm).

Formed as a trefoil with knop finial and balustered base. [No Reserve]

Provenance

Found Braintree, Essex, UK.

Accompanied by a copy of the British Museum's Portable Antiquities Scheme (PAS) report no.ESS-9EF75D.
This lot is accompanied by an illustrated lot declaration signed by the Head of the Antiquities Department, Dr Raffaele D'Amato.

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LOT 0574

Roman Bronze Openwork Key Handle

Sold for (Inc. bp): £72

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