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LOT 0686
Roman Bronze Artefact Collection
1ST-4TH CENTURY A.D.
1/2 - 1 7/8 in. (232 grams total, 13-48 mm).
Mainly comprising fragmentary artefacts including brooches; rings; mounts and other miscellaneous items, including items displaying enamelled and other decorative techniques. [48, No Reserve]
Provenance
Found Berkshire, UK.
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