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LOT 0562

Roman Bronze Plate Brooch

CIRCA 2ND CENTURY A.D.

1 7/8 in. (5.9 grams, 47 mm).

Complete with pin and catchplate to reverse; geometric composition comprising a discoid head over a rectangular bar with lobed trefoil below. [No Reserve]

Provenance

Acquired from York Antiques Centre.

Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity signed by Gary Edwards.

CONDITION

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LOT 0562

Roman Bronze Plate Brooch

Sold for (Inc. bp): £59

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