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LOT 0862

Roman Bronze Bell Group

1ST-4TH CENTURY A.D.

1 3/8 - 1 1/2 in. (52 grams total, 36-39 mm).

Each conical in plan with an integral loop above. [2, No Reserve]

Provenance

Ex Manchester, UK, collection, 1990s.
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 0862

Roman Bronze Bell Group

Sold for (Inc. bp): £26

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