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LOT 0692

Roman Bone African Male Bust on Silver Hoop

1ST-4TH CENTURY A.D.

1 1/2 in. (1.97 grams, 39 mm).

Amuletic pendant bust with top-knot pierced to accept a silver suspension ring. [No Reserve]

Provenance

Ex German art market, 2000s.
Acquired from an EU collector living in London.
From the collection of Surrey, UK, gentleman.
This lot is accompanied by an illustrated lot declaration signed by the Head of the Antiquities Department, Dr Raffaele D’Amato.

CONDITION

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LOT 0692

Roman Bone African Male Bust on Silver Hoop

Sold for (Inc. bp): £34

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