Roman Crossbow and Other Brooch Group
1st-4th century AD. A pair of bronze brooches comprising a crossbow brooch with onion-shaped terminals, ring-and-dot decoration to the footplate; a bow brooch with punched decoration, angled foot with knop finial. 49 grams total, 68-75mm (2 3/4 - 3"). Property of a Guildford, UK gentleman; acquired on the UK art market. [2, No Reserve]
Condition Report: Very fine condition.
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1st-4th century AD. A pair of bronze brooches comprising a crossbow brooch with onion-shaped terminals, ring-and-dot decoration to the footplate; a bow brooch with punched decoration, angled foot with knop finial. 49 grams total, 68-75mm (2 3/4 - 3"). Property of a Guildford, UK gentleman; acquired on the UK art market. [2, No Reserve]
Condition Report: Very fine condition.