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LOT 0809
Roman Silver Bow Brooch
2ND-4TH CENTURY A.D.
1 5/8 in. (6.42 grams, 42 mm).
Of P-shaped type with bulb above the footplate and knop finial, tightly-wound coil and integral pin. [No Reserve]
Provenance
Ex German art market, 2000s.
Acquired from an EU collector living in London.
From the collection of Surrey, UK, gentleman.
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