Ancient Roman, Empire Silver A ROMANO-CELTIC SILVER BIRD APPLIQUE
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Ancient Roman Empire Romano-Celtic silver bird applique, 26 mm long, dating to circa 2nd century AD, in excellent condition with provenance back to a private collection in Austria (acquired 1990) via an auction house in Vienna and acquired in 2026 from Germany; authenticity original and export licence available.
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A ROMANO-CELTIC SILVER BIRD APPLIQUE
Applique in the form of a stylised bird with domed head, long beak, and fantail. With incised and punched decoration, the edge of the tail notched.
L 26 mm
Circa 1st century AD.
Provenance: auction house Vienna
An export license for the European Union is available.
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A ROMANO-CELTIC SILVER BIRD APPLIQUE
Applique in the form of a stylised bird with domed head, long beak, and fantail. With incised and punched decoration, the edge of the tail notched.
L 26 mm
Circa 1st century AD.
Provenance: auction house Vienna
An export license for the European Union is available.
I only ship to the European Union.
Authenticity is guaranteed for an unlimited period.
The seller guarantees that this piece was acquired legally.
See relevant documents from Catawiki.
The seller guarantees that they have the right to ship this lot. The seller ensures that all necessary permits are obtained.
Details
Culture
Ancient Roman, Empire
Century/timeframe
2nd Century AD
Name of object
A ROMANO-CELTIC SILVER BIRD APPLIQUE
Acquired from
Auction house
Year acquired
2026
Material
Silver
Country acquired from
Germany
Condition
Excellent
Previous owner acquired from
Private collection
Previous owner - year acquired
1990
Previous owner - country acquired from
Austria
I verify that I have obtained this object legally and that I am allowed to sell it
Yes
Authenticity
Original/official
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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.
