Byzantine Bronze Intact, Classical Merchants Weight with a Barel shape and value marks γβ

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Peter Reynaers
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Estimate  € 210 - € 250
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€46
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€26

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An original Byzantine bronze merchant’s weight, dating from the 6th–8th century AD, with a barrel-shaped form and clear γβ value marks.

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Description from the seller

Byzantine Bronze Intact, Classical Merchants Weight with a Barel shape and value marks γβ
Some small insignificant scratches, otherwise, intact with value mark still clear and readable.
Rare.

Width: ca. 22 mm.
Weight: 55.14 g.

Important Notice: Before placing a bid, please be aware, that we are shipping only within the EU countries.

Byzantine Bronze Intact, Classical Merchants Weight with a Barel shape and value marks γβ
Some small insignificant scratches, otherwise, intact with value mark still clear and readable.
Rare.

Width: ca. 22 mm.
Weight: 55.14 g.

Important Notice: Before placing a bid, please be aware, that we are shipping only within the EU countries.

Details

Culture
Byzantine
Century/timeframe
6th-8th Century AD.
Name of object
Intact, Classical Merchants Weight with a Barel shape and value marks γβ
Acquired from
Auction house
Year acquired
2026
Material
Bronze
Country acquired from
Europe
Condition
Excellent
Previous owner acquired from
Private collection
Previous owner - year acquired
1990
Previous owner - country acquired from
Europe
I verify that I have obtained this object legally and that I am allowed to sell it
Yes
Authenticity
Original/official
Sold by
AustriaVerified
672
Objects sold
100%
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