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LOT 0923

Large Roman Bronze Scales Pan

1ST-4TH CENTURY A.D.

6 1/2 in. (106 grams, 16.5 cm).

With low rim pierced to accept suspension hooks, rounded bottom. [No Reserve]

Provenance

From a collection acquired on the UK art market from various auction houses and collections mostly before 2000.
From an important Cambridgeshire estate; thence by descent.

CONDITION

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LOT 0923

Large Roman Bronze Scales Pan

Sold for (Inc. bp): £39

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