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LOT 0778
Roman Silver Bow Brooch
3RD-4TH CENTURY A.D.
1 3/4 in. (9.04 grams, 45 mm).
A silver bow brooch with trapezoidal footplate, a raised triangular plaque to the base of the bow; spring, pin and catchplate to reverse. [No Reserve]
Provenance
Acquired before 2000.
From the collection of a European gentleman living in the UK.
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