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LOT 1001
Estimate
GBP (£) 50 - 70
EUR (€) 58 - 81
USD ($) 67 - 94
(1 Bid, Reserve met)
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(1 Bid, Reserve met) | Current bid: £5
ROMAN SILVER CROSSBOW BROOCH
3RD CENTURY A.D.
2 in. (15.8 grams, 50 mm).
3RD CENTURY A.D.
2 in. (15.8 grams, 50 mm).
Comprising a hexagonal-section crossbar with collars and bulb finials, slot for a hinged pin, trapezoid-section bow, rectangular foot with incised geometric ornament, catch to the reverse; socket at top of bow to accept a separate knop. [No Reserve]
PROVENANCE:
Acquired on the UK art market before 2000.
Property of an Essex, UK, gentleman.
LITERATURE:
Cf. Hattatt, R., Brooches of Antiquity, Oxford, 1987, item 1260, for type.
FOOTNOTES:
This is a very early form of crossbow brooch, showing very clearly its origin in the mid-Roman P-shaped bow brooch.
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TimeLine Auctions follows a rigorous vetting process to ensure the authenticity and legality of all items, reinforcing our commitment to integrity and responsible trading. Each antiquity, antique, and coin lot undergoes thorough examination by a vetting committee of at least ten external specialists, professional trade association members, scientists, and archaeologists: Our Vetting Process
AUCTIONS:
TimeLine is a leading auction house specialising in antiquities, ancient art, collectables, natural history, coins, medals, and books. Our auctions offer museums, collectors, historians, and enthusiasts the opportunity to acquire unique and historically significant pieces.
