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LOT 1223
Western Asiatic Decorated Silver Pin
3RD CENTURY B.C.-2ND CENTURY A.D.
6 1/4 in. (17.5 grams, 16 cm).
With triangular body, comprising a central rosette and herringbone borders; stem of the pin at the apex, rectangular panel above and S-curved securing loop. [No Reserve]
Provenance
UK private collection before 2000.
On the UK art market.
Property of a London gentleman.
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