Roman Horse-Head Finial
1st-2nd century AD. A bronze horse-head with pricked ears, short mane, transverse harness strap developing to a D-section handle; the eyes formed as sockets to accept inlay and the cheeks pierced to accept a separate bridle. 106 grams, 78mm (3"). From a private Netherlands collection; previously in an old collection since before 1980.
Condition Report: Fine condition.
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1st-2nd century AD. A bronze horse-head with pricked ears, short mane, transverse harness strap developing to a D-section handle; the eyes formed as sockets to accept inlay and the cheeks pierced to accept a separate bridle. 106 grams, 78mm (3"). From a private Netherlands collection; previously in an old collection since before 1980.
Condition Report: Fine condition.
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