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LOT 0285
Aramaic Lead Magical Scroll
2ND-8TH CENTURY A.D.
2 3/4 in. (37.5 grams, 71 mm).
Tightly-bound sheet lead scroll with Aramaic text.
ProvenanceCollected from 1969-1999.
From the collection of the late Mr S.M., London, UK.
Cf. similar item in the collection of the British Museum under accession number 1962,0414.1.
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LOT 0285
Aramaic Lead Magical Scroll
Estimate £400 - 600€460 - 700 (for guidance only)$540 - 810 (for guidance only)
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