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LOT 0884
Large Roman Lead Gaming Die
1ST-4TH CENTURY A.D.
3/4 in. (50.7 grams, 19 mm).
Eccentric cuboid type with bevelled edges and corners; depression to centre of one broad face from shrinkage in the mould; punched-point markings disposed 1:2, 3:4, 5:6; some abrasion. [No Reserve]
ProvenanceFrom the private collection of Mr Brian Edwards, New Malden, Surrey, UK, formed from the late 1970s-early 1980s; thence by descent.
Accompanied by the original collector's data sheet(s) with reference no.A13.
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