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LOT 0605

Large Roman Lead Gaming Dice Group

1ST-4TH CENTURY A.D.

1/2 - 5/8 in. (79 grams total, 14-17 mm).

Cuboid and rectangular types with impressed point markings irregularly disposed 1:4, 3:6, 3:5; 1:2, 3:5, 4:6; 2:2, 5:5, 3:6. [3, No Reserve]

Provenance

From the important private collection of dice and gaming pieces of Colin Narbeth, London, UK, collection no.27.

CONDITION

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LOT 0605

Large Roman Lead Gaming Dice Group

Sold for (Inc. bp): £130

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