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LOT 0969
Roman Enamelled Bronze Sandal Brooch
CIRCA 2ND CENTURY A.D.
1 1/2 in. (4.41 grams, 39.8 mm).
Formed as the sole of a sandal with raised edges and a small loop to the rear; underside with remains of a catchplate and a pin. [No Reserve]
Provenance
Ex Manchester collection, 1990s.
Accompanied by a previous typed catalogue information card.
Literature
See Hattat, R., Ancient Brooches & Other Artefacts, p.358.
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