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LOT 0771

Roman Silver Openwork Brooch

2ND-3RD CENTURY A.D.

1 1/4 in. (7.74 grams, 31 mm).

A silver openwork plate brooch with four opposed scrolls, phalloi between, central recessed plaque; pin-lugs and catchplate to the reverse.

Provenance

Acquired on the UK art market.
Private collection, England.

Literature

Cf. Hattatt, R., Ancient Brooches and Other Artefacts, Oxford, 1989, item 1624, for type.

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LOT 0771

Roman Silver Openwork Brooch

Sold for (Inc. bp): £130

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