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LOT 1303
Roman and Other Mixed Faience Bead Necklace String
1ST-4TH CENTURY A.D. AND LATER
13 1/8 in. (26 grams, 33.3 cm).
Composed of oblate, spherical, melon, and other beads with a polygonal pendant, restrung. [No Reserve]
ProvenanceEx London, UK, collection, 1990s.
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LOT 1303
Roman and Other Mixed Faience Bead Necklace String
Estimate £50 - 70€58 - 81 (for guidance only)$68 - 95 (for guidance only)
Opening Bid
£5 (EUR 6; USD 7) +BP*
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