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LOT 0659
Roman Military Baldric Fitting
3RD CENTURY A.D.
3 in. (25.2 grams, 75 mm).
A copper-alloy military baldric phalera of crescentic form, with scrolled terminals and openwork centre; remains of mounting lugs to reverse. [No Reserve]
Provenance
Acquired before 2000.
From the collection of a European gentleman living in the UK.
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