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Roman Astragalus Lead Knuckle Bones Gaming Piece Roman Astragalus Lead Knuckle Bones Gaming Piece Roman Astragalus Lead Knuckle Bones Gaming Piece
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LOT 0974

Roman Astragalus Lead Knuckle Bones Gaming Piece

CIRCA 1ST-2ND CENTURY A.D.

1 1/8 in. (39.2 grams, 28.4 mm).

Model of a bovine astragalus, collection sticker '184' to one side. [No Reserve]

Provenance

From the Colin Narbeth collection, 1990s.

Accompanied by a previous typed catalogue information card.

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LOT 0974

Roman Astragalus Lead Knuckle Bones Gaming Piece

Sold for (Inc. bp): £26

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