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LOT 0820
Roman Bronze Tall Horse Brooch
2ND-3RD CENTURY A.D.
1 7/8 in. (26.5 grams, 47 mm).
Bow brooch formed as a horse modelled in the round with an elongated neck, notched mane, punched pellet eyes; fore-legs forming the catch, rear legs with a transverse bar and hinged pin beneath. [No Reserve]
ProvenanceFrom the private coin collection of a West London, UK, gentleman, formed since the mid 1980s.
LiteratureCf. Hattatt, R., Ancient Brooches and Other Artefacts, Oxford, 1989, item 1644, for type.
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LOT 0820
Roman Bronze Tall Horse Brooch
Estimate £80 - 100€93 - 116 (for guidance only)$108 - 135 (for guidance only)
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