Sale 5524
London, South Kensington
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28 April 2004
Price realised
GBP 22,705
Estimate
A CHALCIDIAN TYPE BRONZE HELMET 4TH CENTURY B.C. The crown with carinated perimeter extending into triangular contour above the brow, three plume holders attached above, contoured 'eyebrow' at centre-front, with hinged cheekpieces, repaired 12 3/8 in. (31.5 cm.) high incl. plume holders
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