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LOT 0566
Scythian Gold Floral Mount
5TH-3RD CENTURY B.C.
1 1/8 in. (3.97 grams, 29 mm).
Discoid in plan with central dome, applied filigree trail to rim and base of dome, eight tubular cells to flange, four granulated clusters to boss and central square cell; flange pierced for attachment.
Provenance
Ex London, UK, gentleman's collection, 1980-1990s.
This lot is accompanied by an illustrated lot declaration signed by the Head of the Antiquities Department, Dr Raffaele D'Amato.
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LOT 0566
Scythian Gold Floral Mount
Estimate £400 - 600€460 - 700 (for guidance only)$540 - 810 (for guidance only)
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