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LOT 1365
Roman Bone Gaming Die
CIRCA 1ST-4TH CENTURY A.D.
1/2 in. (3.81 grams, 14 mm).
Light-brown cuboid dice with ring-and-dot markings disposed 1:6, 2:5, 3:4.
ProvenanceFrom the collection of the late Mr S.M., London, UK, 1970s, by descent.
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LOT 1365
Roman Bone Gaming Die
Estimate £200 - 300€230 - 350 (for guidance only)$270 - 410 (for guidance only)
Opening Bid
£100 (EUR 116; USD 135) +BP*
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