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LOT 0878
Roman Bone Pin Collection
1ST-4TH CENTURY A.D.
3 5/8 - 5 1/8 in. (12 grams total, 9.3-13 cm).
Comprising: two with a bulbous finial; one with a lion head finial; one with a tapering body and rounded finial. [4]
ProvenanceEx German art market, 2000s.
Acquired from an EU collector living in London.
From the collection of Surrey, UK, gentleman.
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LOT 0878
Roman Bone Pin Collection
Estimate £100 - 140€120 - 160 (for guidance only)$140 - 190 (for guidance only)
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