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LOT 0843
Large Roman Bone Gaming Dice
1ST-2ND CENTURY A.D.
3/4 in. (11 grams, 19 mm).
Cuboid with drilled holes disposed 1:2, 3:6, 4:5. [No Reserve]
Provenance
From a collection of gaming items, formed 1980-1990s.
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