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LOT 0939

Roman Bone Gaming Dice Pair

1ST-4TH CENTURY A.D.

1/2 in. (6.7 grams total, 12 mm each).

Cuboid with incised annular markings disposed 1:6, 2:5, 3:4. [2, No Reserve]

Provenance

Ex German art market, 2000s.
Acquired from an EU collector living in London.
From the collection of a 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 0939

Roman Bone Gaming Dice Pair

Sold for (Inc. bp): £338

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