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A bronze sword guard, Warring States period, circa 5th century BC, finely inlaid with silver and gold on both sides, the centre representing a Taotieh, 12.5cm long In addition to the buyer's premium of 27% (22.5% + VAT) payable on the Hammer Price, this lot is also subject to import VAT at the reduced rate of 5%, payable on the Hammer Price. This indicates that the lot has been imported from outside the European Union.

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