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LOT 0846
Sold for (Inc. bp): £78
ROMANO-BRITISH BRONZE DOLPHIN BOW BROOCH
1ST-2ND CENTURY A.D.
2 in. (21.5 grams, 51 mm).
1ST-2ND CENTURY A.D.
2 in. (21.5 grams, 51 mm).
With chord developing to a sturdy pin, carinated bow with lateral knops, collar to the equator with duck-head below, recurved foot with bulb finial, long catchplate. [No Reserve]
PROVENANCE:
Found Yorkshire, UK, in 1971.
Acquired from Spinks, The Shambles, York, 2011.
Ian Wilkinson collection, Nottinghamshire, UK, formed since 1985.
Accompanied by an old handwritten dealer's ticket.
This lot is accompanied by an illustrated lot declaration signed by the Head of the Antiquities Department, Dr Raffaele D’Amato.
LITERATURE:
Cf. Hattatt, R., Brooches of Antiquity, Oxford, 1987, item 1396.
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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.
