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LOT 1724

Saxon Silver Buckle

CIRCA 6TH CENTURY A.D.

2 1/8 in. (19.5 grams, 54 mm).

Triangular plate with integral loop, three mounting pins; narrow curved tongue.

Provenance

London, UK, collection, 1990s.

CONDITION

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LOT 1724

Saxon Silver Buckle

Sold for (Inc. bp): £117

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