Ancient Greek Bronze, -Exceptional Phrygian fibula/brooch with an arched shape.-35 mm-5th to 4th centuries BCE Fibula (No reserve price)
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Ancient Greek brass fibula with a pronounced arch, Frigia influence, 35 × 27.8 mm and 10.92 g, dating to the 5th–4th century BC, acquired in Austria in 2004, in very good condition with light wear.
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Description from the seller
Rare Greek fibula with a pronounced arched bow, decorated with a series of raised circular elements distributed along the length of the piece.
Description
Ancient Greece, Phrygia, Central Anatolia, from the 5th to the 4th century BC.
Excellent bronze cloak clasp of disc-shaped form with circular elements,
the PIN has survived the tests of time.
Material: bronze—with beautiful patina.
5th to 4th centuries BC
Origin: Greece–Phrygia
Dimensions: 35 x 27.8 mm
Weight: 10.92 g
Condition: completely intact with solid construction.
Its surface shows the calcifications and concretions typical of antiquity, and these are the best guarantee of its authenticity,
- No repairs or alterations.
Use the images to form your own opinion.
Authenticity is fully guaranteed.
Origin:
Acquired by the current owner in 2004 in Vienna at the Art and Antiquities Fair.
This item does not require an export license within the EU
No shipments outside the EU.
IMPORTANT NOTE: This item comes from an old private collection, not from a company; authenticity and period have been verified and acknowledged by Catawiki experts using their own different methods..
I suggest you keep a copy of the auction, which will serve as a CERTIFICATE OF AUTHENTICITY.
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The seller guarantees that he acquired this piece legally.
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It is guaranteed that this item is an ancient and authentic fibula
1496/bay 5
Rare Greek fibula with a pronounced arched bow, decorated with a series of raised circular elements distributed along the length of the piece.
Description
Ancient Greece, Phrygia, Central Anatolia, from the 5th to the 4th century BC.
Excellent bronze cloak clasp of disc-shaped form with circular elements,
the PIN has survived the tests of time.
Material: bronze—with beautiful patina.
5th to 4th centuries BC
Origin: Greece–Phrygia
Dimensions: 35 x 27.8 mm
Weight: 10.92 g
Condition: completely intact with solid construction.
Its surface shows the calcifications and concretions typical of antiquity, and these are the best guarantee of its authenticity,
- No repairs or alterations.
Use the images to form your own opinion.
Authenticity is fully guaranteed.
Origin:
Acquired by the current owner in 2004 in Vienna at the Art and Antiquities Fair.
This item does not require an export license within the EU
No shipments outside the EU.
IMPORTANT NOTE: This item comes from an old private collection, not from a company; authenticity and period have been verified and acknowledged by Catawiki experts using their own different methods..
I suggest you keep a copy of the auction, which will serve as a CERTIFICATE OF AUTHENTICITY.
By bidding, the buyer accepts my terms. If you do not agree, do not bid.
The seller guarantees that he acquired this piece legally.
See images for proper rendering
It is guaranteed that this item is an ancient and authentic fibula
1496/bay 5
Details
Era
Before 1400
Culture
Ancient Greek
Metal
-Exceptional Phrygian fibula/brooch with an arched shape.-35 mm-5th to 4th centuries BCE, Bronze
Century/timeframe
siglos 5º al 4º AC
Acquired from
Private collection
Total weight
10.92 g
Year acquired
2004
Condition
Very good condition - slightly used with small signs of wear
Country acquired from
Austria
Previous owner acquired from
Private collection
Previous owner - year acquired
1980
Previous owner - country acquired from
Austria
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.
