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Byzantine Bronze Bread Stamp - Angels
Byzantine Bronze Bread Stamp - Angels
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Description
Byzantine Empire, ca. 6th to 10th century CE. A very rare and remarkable bronze and iron bread stamp. Bronze trapazoidal plate with deeply carved grooves in the form of two confronting angels with a cross between. Iron handle attached onto reverse. Stamps such as this were used to identify the bakery where bread was produced - a very early form of labeling and marketing. Size: 3-5/8"W.

Provenance: Ex-private New Jersey collection acquired 1970's

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#111045
Condition
Generally excellent.
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Byzantine Bronze Bread Stamp - Angels

Estimate $600 - $900
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Starting Price $350

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