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Iron Age Celtic Bronze Votive Axe Pendant

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Iron Age Celtic Bronze Votive Axe Pendant

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Description

Circa 1st century B.C.-1st century A.D.. With spherical body, integral suspension loop and curved blade. 17.1 grams, 35 mm (1 3/8 in.).

From a collection acquired on the UK art market from various auction houses and collections mostly before 2000.From an important Cambridgeshire estate; thence by descent.

[No Reserve]