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LOT 0772
Large Romano-Celtic Yellow Glass Triangular Mount
1ST CENTURY B.C.-1ST CENTURY A.D.
1 1/4 in. (9.1 grams, 33 mm).
In the form of an equilateral triangle, pierced through the centre for mounting. [No Reserve]
ProvenanceFrom the Robin Symes Gallery, stock number 91-321 on label, inventory number 185.
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