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LOT 0704
Late Roman Cosmetic Glass Bottle Collection
4TH-5TH CENTURY A.D.
1 5/8 - 2 3/4 in. (90 grams total, 41-70 mm).
Comprising: a piriform unguentarium with rolled rim; two squat jars with basal ring; globular jar with dimple base. [4, No Reserve]
Provenance
Acquired 1980-2015.
Ex Abelita family collection.
Ex London, UK, gallery.
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