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LOT 0526
Scythian Bronze Animal Mount Group
CIRCA 5TH-3RD CENTURY B.C.
5/8 - 3/4 in. (7.1 grams total, 15-21 mm).
Comprising three mounts in the shape of an eagle with hooked beak, a wolf, and a leopard; each with D-shaped loop to the reverse. [3]
Provenance
Ex German art market, 2000s.
Acquired from an EU collector living in London.
From the collection of Surrey, UK, gentleman.
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LOT 0526
Scythian Bronze Animal Mount Group
Estimate £200 - 300€230 - 350 (for guidance only)$270 - 410 (for guidance only)
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