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LOT 0093
Northeastern Iberian Votive Plaque with Inscription
3RD-2ND CENTURY B.C.
1 5/8 in. (25.78 grams, 43 mm).
Rectangular in plan with hatched edges; two rivet holes, one with rivet in situ; legend in Northeastern Iberian around, apparently: r-a-r-a-r-i-co-[..]-a-bo-r-a-[..]-ca-a. [No Reserve]
ProvenanceFrom an old London, UK, collection since circa 1985.
This lot is accompanied by an illustrated lot declaration signed by the Head of the Antiquities Department, Dr Raffaele D'Amato.
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Opening Bid: £50
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