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LOT 0680

Roman and Other Artefact Group

1ST-20TH CENTURY A.D.

1/8 - 5 7/8 in. (544 grams total, 0.3-15 cm).

Comprising a variety of artefacts including: gilt fittings; coiled stone snake; figural pin finial; token; beads; seals and other miscellaneous items. [57, No Reserve]

Provenance

UK gallery, early 2000s.

CONDITION

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LOT 0680

Roman and Other Artefact Group

Sold for (Inc. bp): £182

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