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LOT 0506

Greek Stone Spindle Whorl Collection

3RD-2ND CENTURY B.C.

3/4 - 1 3/8 in. (106 grams total, 21-36 mm).

Group of plano-convex schist spindle whorls, each with a central vertical hole. [10, No Reserve]

Provenance

Private collection formed in the 1990s.
Acquired from a central London gallery.
Property of an Essex gentleman.

Accompanied by an old Coincraft certificate of authenticity.

CONDITION

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LOT 0506

Greek Stone Spindle Whorl Collection

Sold for (Inc. bp): £111

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