Roman Bronze Crossbow Brooch

拍品描述

4th century A.D. With onion-knop finials, gusset to the bow, chamfered sections to the foot with ring-and-dot motifs, and a hinged pin to the reverse. Cf. Beck, H. et al., Fibel und Fibeltracht, Berlin, 2000, fig.119(7), for type. 35.7 grams, 76 mm (3 in.). [No Reserve] From the private coin collection of a West London, UK, gentleman, formed since the mid 1980s. TimeLine Auctions follows a rigorous vetting process to ensure the authenticity and legality of all items, reinforcing our commitment to integrity and responsible trading. Each antiquity, antique, and coin lot undergoes thorough examination by a vetting committee of at least ten external specialists, professional trade association members, scientists, and archaeologists. See our website for more information.

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