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RARE VILLANOVAN LEECH FIBULA

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Description

RARE VILLANOVAN 'LEECH-FORM' FIBULA. Early Iron Age, c. 8th century BC. This bronze fibula (sanguisuga) hollow cast by the lost-wax method, is an early example of the type with enclosed body decorated with ridges on the front. 1.75 x 2.4 inches.

Provenance: An extensive 20th century New Jersey collection assembled over the past 35 years.

All pieces have been carefully vetted by at least two experts for authenticity, condition, and good and legal provenance. All pieces come with an unlimited money back guarantee of authenticity. All items legal to buy/sell under U.S. Statute covering cultural patrimony Code 2600, Chapter 14, and are guaranteed to be as described or your money back.  

A Certificate of Authenticity with printed color image is available to winning bidders upon request.

Condition

Catch & pin lost, otherwise intact with no repair or restoration. Very rare early type....

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RARE VILLANOVAN LEECH FIBULA

Name: RARE VILLANOVAN LEECH FIBULA
SKU: 32659904
Price: 250 USD
Availability: InStock

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