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Roman Gilt Bronze Crossbow Brooch Roman Gilt Bronze Crossbow Brooch Roman Gilt Bronze Crossbow Brooch
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LOT 0866

Roman Gilt Bronze Crossbow Brooch

4TH CENTURY A.D.

3 1/4 in. (59.7 grams, 81 mm).

Keeled bow and grooved finials, applied collar to the base of the bow, ornamented footplate with integral catch. [No Reserve]

Provenance

Acquired on the UK art market before 2000.
Property of an Essex, UK, gentleman.
This lot is accompanied by an illustrated lot declaration signed by the Head of the Antiquities Department, Dr Raffaele D'Amato.

CONDITION
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LOT 0866

Roman Gilt Bronze Crossbow Brooch

Sold for (Inc. bp): £78

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