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LOT 0982
Roman Silver Crossbow Brooch
4TH CENTURY A.D.
1 7/8 in. (14.4 grams, 48 mm).
With bulbous knops to the crossbar, remains of nielloed decoration on the bow, keeled footplate.
Provenance
Ex German art market, 2000s.
Acquired from an EU collector living in London.
From the collection of a Surrey, UK, gentleman.
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