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We are excited to announce our 2-DAY April Sale, Ancient Art & Antiquities, starting on April 26, 2025, at 13:00 GMT. This sale features a curated selection of expertly authenticated artefacts from a variety of regions, including Classical Europe, Egypt, and the Near East, as well as stunning pieces from India, and China. For condition reports or any inquiries, please contact us at enquiries@apolloauctions.com. Payments can be made in USD, GBP, or EUR. Packing and shipping is handled by our professional, in-house white-glove team.
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LOT 248:
MEROVINGIAN GILT BRONZE BIRD-SHAPED BROOCH
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Sold for: £500
Price including buyer’s premium:
£
645
Start price:
£
500
Estimated price :
£750 - £1,500
Buyer's Premium: 29%
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MEROVINGIAN GILT BRONZE BIRD-SHAPED BROOCH
Ca. AD 500 - 700. A gilt-bronze brooch in the form of a bird with a broad tail and sharply curved beak. The eye is rendered as a concentric circular motif, and the wing is modelled as a raised panel extending along the upper body. The beak is bordered by a series of punched dots. The reverse is fitted with a pin lug and catch plate.For similar see: The British Museum, Museum number AF.527.a.; 1867,0729.35Size: 23mm x 13mm; Weight: 3gProvenance: London collection; Ex. Mayfair collection, acquired from an Ancient Art gallery; formerly acquired on the London art market pre-2000. This item has been cleared against the Art Loss Register database and comes with a confirmation letter.
