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LOT 1315
Western Asiatic Bronze Clip Finial with Horned Antelope
CIRCA 3RD CENTURY B.C.
1 7/8 in. (18.27 grams, 47 mm).
Comprising a tapering flat-section bar with tightly recurved thickened neck, integral beast-head finial with a severely waisted muzzle. [No Reserve]
ProvenanceFrom the private collection of Mr Brian Edwards, New Malden, Surrey, UK, formed from the late 1970s-early 1980s; thence by descent.
Accompanied by the original collector's data sheet(s) with reference no.A94.
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LOT 1315
Western Asiatic Bronze Clip Finial with Horned Antelope
Estimate £40 - 60€46 - 70 (for guidance only)$54 - 81 (for guidance only)
Opening Bid
£5 (EUR 6; USD 7) +BP*
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