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Roman Silvered Bronze Crossbow Brooch Group Roman Silvered Bronze Crossbow Brooch Group Roman Silvered Bronze Crossbow Brooch Group
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LOT 1033

Roman Silvered Bronze Crossbow Brooch Group

4TH CENTURY A.D.

2 1/2 - 2 5/8 in. (64.9 grams total, 62-66 mm).

Comprising two crossbow brooches, each with a keeled bow and flaring foot, both with a partial pin and integral catch beneath the footplate. [2]

Provenance

From an Essex collection.
Private collection, Suffolk.

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LOT 1033

Roman Silvered Bronze Crossbow Brooch Group

Estimate £100 - 140€120 - 160 (for guidance only)$140 - 190 (for guidance only)

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