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LOT 1702
Romano-Celtic Silver Triskele Dolpin Brooch
CIRCA 2ND CENTURY A.D.
1 1/4 in. (8.23 grams, 31 mm).
Discoid in plan with central granule and three more to the rim; openwork comma-leaf motif; pin-lugs and catch to reverse.
ProvenanceEx German art market, 2000s.
Acquired from an EU collector living in London.
From the collection of a Surrey, UK, gentleman.
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Celtic Enamelled Bronze Chariot Lynch Pin Terminal
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Romano-Celtic Bronze Ring with Standing Lion
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D-section hoop and discoid bezel with incuse image of a stylised lion facing right. 6.00 grams, 25.02 mm overall, 21.34 mm internal diameter (approximate size British S, USA 9, Europe 20, Japan 19)
Acquired on the UK and EU art market before 2000. From the private collection of a Surrey, UK, gentleman.
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Celtic to Medieval Bronze Ring Collection
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Acquired on the UK and EU art market before 2000. From the private collection of a Surrey, UK, gentleman.
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