Roman Decorated Silver P-Shaped Bow Brooch

拍品描述

2nd-3rd century A.D. Comprising an elliptical-section bow with D-shaped chord decorated with herringbone pattern, spring extending to the pin; tapering foot with catch to the reverse; top of catch extended to a wire coiled about the lower bow Cf. Hattatt, R., Brooches of Antiquity, Oxford, 1987, item 1260, for type. 7.68 grams, 55 mm (2 1/8 in.). [No Reserve] Ex German art market, 2000s. Acquired from an EU collector living in London. From the collection of a Surrey, UK, gentleman. 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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