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LOT 1200
Roman Bone Gaming Die
CIRCA 1ST-4TH CENTURY A.D.
1/2 in. (4.83 grams, 14 mm).
Light brown cuboid dice with ring-and-dot markings disposed 1:6, 3:4, 5:2.
ProvenanceFrom the collection of the late Mr S.M., London, UK, 1970s, by descent.
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LOT 1200
Roman Bone Gaming Die
Estimate £100 - 140€120 - 160 (for guidance only)$140 - 190 (for guidance only)
Opening Bid
£50 (EUR 58; USD 68) +BP*
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Opening Bid: £1,000
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Opening Bid: £5
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Opening Bid: £5
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