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LOT 4221
Group of Three [3] Roman to Byzantine PB and AE Seals 1st-11th century AD.
One bronze seal with depiction of a female bust to right, and Victory flying to left and holding wreath. Two lead planchets. Condition as seen.(30.01gr total, 16-31mm.).
Provenance
Ex German art market, 2000s.
Acquired from an EU collector living in London.
From the collection of a Surrey, UK, gentleman.
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