Parthian Silver Pin Collection
Parthian Silver Pin Collection 3rd century BC-2nd century AD
A group of four silver dress pins comprising: one with triangular body with stem of the pin at the apex, rectangular panel above and S-curved securing loop; one similar with central rosette and herringbone borders; one similar with bands of pointillé panels and incised borders, voided rosette above a regardant stag on a hatched base; one similar with a fish ornamented with pointillé bands. 39 grams total, 10.3 -14.7cm (4 - 5 3/4"). Fine condition. [4]
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Property of a London collector; from her family's private collection; formerly with a London gallery; acquired in the 1990s.
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Parthian Silver Pin Collection 3rd century BC-2nd century AD
A group of four silver dress pins comprising: one with triangular body with stem of the pin at the apex, rectangular panel above and S-curved securing loop; one similar with central rosette and herringbone borders; one similar with bands of pointillé panels and incised borders, voided rosette above a regardant stag on a hatched base; one similar with a fish ornamented with pointillé bands. 39 grams total, 10.3 -14.7cm (4 - 5 3/4"). Fine condition. [4]
Provenance
Property of a London collector; from her family's private collection; formerly with a London gallery; acquired in the 1990s.
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