8th-7th century BC. A mixed group of bronze pins with decorative terminals: one with a sphinx, one with bird and one with horned quadruped, all seated above a sphere, and one with layers of birds and quadrupeds; all pierced to the bottom of the terminal. 38.7 grams total, 51-91mm (2 - 3 1/2"). Property of a Mayfair lady; formerly in an important London collection formed since 1965. [4] Fine condition.