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LOT 0783

Roman Blue Glass Miniature Flagon

3RD-4TH CENTURY A.D.

1 1/8 in. (4.19 grams, 29 mm).

Lamp-work glass miniature ewer with applied strap handle. [No Reserve]

Provenance

Acquired from Red House Antiques, York, UK, 2008.
Ian Wilkinson collection, Nottinghamshire, UK.

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LOT 0783

Roman Blue Glass Miniature Flagon

Sold for (Inc. bp): £65

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