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LOT 0910
Late Roman Silver Lunar Pendant
5TH-6TH CENTURY A.D.
1 in. (2.99 grams, 28 mm).
Crescent-shaped with applied filigree framing to both faces of the plaque and four holes. [No Reserve]
Provenance
Ex German art market, 2000s.
Acquired from an EU collector living in London.
From the collection of Surrey, UK, gentleman.
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