Ancient Roman Bronze, Zoomorphic brooch/fibula decorated with the image of a lion-23 mm original pin-1st to the centuries Fibula (No reserve price)
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Selected by Ruth Garrido Vila
Directed the Ifergan Collection Museum, specialising in Phoenician and Mediterranean archaeology.
Estimate € 150 - € 200
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Description from the seller
Ancient Roman bronze fibula, beautifully decorated with the image of a lion (toga pin).
It's rare and stylish to still have the original pin in place, completely intact!
It can still be used without breaks or repairs.
Material: Bronze / Green patina
Condition: Very good / Usable / See photos
Date: Romano - 1st to 3rd centuries AD
Size: 23 x 18 x 13 mm.------- Weight: 5.90 g
Beautiful addition to a collection of antique jewelry.
Origin
Acquired by the current owner in 2004 in Italy, in the art and antiques market.
Collected since: 1970s.
Previous owner history: private collection of a former collector, formed in 1970.
The seller guarantees that this item was purchased legally.
Catawiki has seen the documentation that proves this origin.
This article does not require an export license within the EU.
No shipments are made outside the EU.
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.
Important Information The seller warrants that he has the right to sell/export this lot.
419/ancient
Ancient Roman bronze fibula, beautifully decorated with the image of a lion (toga pin).
It's rare and stylish to still have the original pin in place, completely intact!
It can still be used without breaks or repairs.
Material: Bronze / Green patina
Condition: Very good / Usable / See photos
Date: Romano - 1st to 3rd centuries AD
Size: 23 x 18 x 13 mm.------- Weight: 5.90 g
Beautiful addition to a collection of antique jewelry.
Origin
Acquired by the current owner in 2004 in Italy, in the art and antiques market.
Collected since: 1970s.
Previous owner history: private collection of a former collector, formed in 1970.
The seller guarantees that this item was purchased legally.
Catawiki has seen the documentation that proves this origin.
This article does not require an export license within the EU.
No shipments are made outside the EU.
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.
Important Information The seller warrants that he has the right to sell/export this lot.
419/ancient
Details
Era
Before 1400
Culture
Ancient Roman
Metal
Zoomorphic brooch/fibula decorated with the image of a lion-23 mm original pin-1st to the centuries, Bronze
Century/ Timeframe
siglos 1º al 3º DC
Acquired from
Private collection
Total weight
5.9 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.
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.
