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LOT 0668
Roman Silver-Gilt SPES Belt Mount and Buckle
2ND CENTURY A.D.
1 - 2 1/2 in. (20.62 grams total, 26-65 mm).
Comprising: an openwork mount with 'SPES' in Latin capitals to the centre, pelta motif to each end; a buckle with oval loop and a rectangular plaque with rivet holes. [2]
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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