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LOT 0538
Greek Lock Plate Herm Figure
CIRCA 3RD CENTURY B.C.
2 1/8 in. (19.1 grams, 54 mm).
A lock plate formed as a herm figure with tapering square-section body, stylised head and genitals, stub arms. [No Reserve]
Provenance
German art market, 1990s.
Mr A.H., a North American collector living in the UK.
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