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LOT 0658
Late Roman Bronze Oil Lamp Filler
CIRCA 5TH-7TH CENTURY A.D.
2 7/8 in. (34.5 grams, 74.4 mm).
Comprising a deep body with shallow foot, flared rim with a U-shaped spout. [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 with reference no.A92.
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