Byzantine Bronze – Lot of 5 pesos. 5th–7th centuries AD - Germany

Weights were common in the Byzantine period as a means to measure and standardize the weight of various goods for trade. These weights were typically small objects of different geometric shapes made of materials such as bronze, lead, or stone, and were often inscribed with numerical marks indicating their weight. Merchants relied on these weights to determine the value of goods, such as precious metals, grains, and other products, These weights, found in ancient Byzantine territories, Condition: Good and solid, good quality and attractive patina in different shades of olive green. Signs of wear in line with age and use. See images. VALUE: different values ORIGIN: Germany. MATERIAL: Bronze CULTURE: Byzantine Empire PERIOD: 5th-7th century AD. DIMENSIONS: various sizes TOTAL WEIGHT: 27 g. Features on its surface calcifications and concretions typical of its age, and which are the best guarantee of its authenticity, This item does not require an export license within the EU No shipping outside the EU. Provenance: Purchased by the current owner in 2004 in Austria, Vienna, at the Antiquities fair IMPORTANT NOTE: This item comes from an old private collection not from a company, authenticity and period have been checked and accepted by Catawiki experts using its own different methods.. I suggest keeping a copy of the auction, which will serve as CERTIFICATE OF AUTHENTICITY. When bidding, the buyer agrees to my terms. If you disagree, do not bid. Provenance statement seen by Catawiki. lot 40/BAY 8

Estimate:£125.14

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