Ancient Greek Bronze, Exceptional Phrygian fibula/brooch with arched shape. 38 mm - 5th to 4th century BC. Fibula (No reserve price)
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Antique Greek bronze fibula of an arched form with circular motifs, dating to the 5th–4th century BC, 38 × 25 mm, 7.78 g, in good used condition, acquired in 2004 from a private collection in Brussels.
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Description from the seller
A rare Greek fibula with an arched shape adorned with circular elements.
Description
Ancient Greece, Phrygia, Central Anatolia, from the 5th to the 4th century BC.
Heavy bronze/fibula cloak pin with circular elements.
The PIN has stood the test of time.
Material: bronze with a beautiful patina.
5th to 4th centuries BC
Origin: Greece - Phrygia
Measurements: 38 x 25 mm
Weight: 7.78 g.
Condition: completely intact with a solid construction.
No repairs or alterations.
Use the images to form your personal opinion.
The authenticity is completely guaranteed.
Origin:
Purchased by the current owner in 2004 in Brussels at the Art and Antiques Fair.
Collected since: 1980.
Previous owners' history: former private collection of a Belgian collector.
This article does not require an export license within the EU.
No shipments are made outside the EU.
It presents on its surface the calcifications and concretions characteristic of its age, which are the best guarantee of its authenticity.
IMPORTANT NOTE: This item comes from an ancient private collection, not a company. Its authenticity and period have been verified and acknowledged by Catawiki experts using their own various methods.
I suggest that you keep a copy of the auction, which will serve as a certificate of authenticity.
The seller guarantees that they acquired this piece legally.
See images for proper printing.
It is guaranteed that this item is an ancient and authentic fibula.
461/deme 4
A rare Greek fibula with an arched shape adorned with circular elements.
Description
Ancient Greece, Phrygia, Central Anatolia, from the 5th to the 4th century BC.
Heavy bronze/fibula cloak pin with circular elements.
The PIN has stood the test of time.
Material: bronze with a beautiful patina.
5th to 4th centuries BC
Origin: Greece - Phrygia
Measurements: 38 x 25 mm
Weight: 7.78 g.
Condition: completely intact with a solid construction.
No repairs or alterations.
Use the images to form your personal opinion.
The authenticity is completely guaranteed.
Origin:
Purchased by the current owner in 2004 in Brussels at the Art and Antiques Fair.
Collected since: 1980.
Previous owners' history: former private collection of a Belgian collector.
This article does not require an export license within the EU.
No shipments are made outside the EU.
It presents on its surface the calcifications and concretions characteristic of its age, which are the best guarantee of its authenticity.
IMPORTANT NOTE: This item comes from an ancient private collection, not a company. Its authenticity and period have been verified and acknowledged by Catawiki experts using their own various methods.
I suggest that you keep a copy of the auction, which will serve as a certificate of authenticity.
The seller guarantees that they acquired this piece legally.
See images for proper printing.
It is guaranteed that this item is an ancient and authentic fibula.
461/deme 4
Details
Era
Before 1400
Culture
Ancient Greek
Metal
Exceptional Phrygian fibula/brooch with arched shape. 38 mm - 5th to 4th century BC., Bronze
Century/ Timeframe
siglos 1º al 3º DC
Acquired from
Private collection
Total weight
7.78 g
Year acquired
2004
Condition
Good condition - used with some signs of wear
Country acquired from
Italy
Country of Origin
Italy
Previous owner acquired from
Private collection
Previous owner - year acquired
1970
Previous owner - country acquired from
Italy
I verify that I have obtained this object legally and that I am allowed to sell it
Yes
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The seller was informed by Catawiki about documentation requirements and guarantees the following: - the object was legally obtained, - the seller has the right to sell and/or export the object, as relevant, - the seller will provide the necessary provenance information and arrange required documentation and permits/licenses, as applicable and as per local laws, - the seller will notify the buyer of any delays in obtaining permits/licenses. By bidding, you acknowledge that import documentation may be required depending on your country of residence and that obtaining permits/licenses may cause delays in the delivery of your object.
