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Roman Dolphin-Headed Pin

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Item Details

Description

1st-2nd century AD. A bronze dress pin with dolphin finial, tail curved above the back. 22.6 grams, 14cm (5 1/2"). From a private Belgian collection; previously part of a private collection formed in Germany in the 1990s.

Condition

Fine condition.

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Roman Dolphin-Headed Pin

Name: Roman Dolphin-Headed Pin
SKU: 74056096
Price: 80 GBP
Availability: InStock

Estimate £80 - £100

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Starting Price £70

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