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LOT 0852
Sold for (Inc. bp): £46
ROMAN BRONZE DICE GAMING PIECE
1ST-4TH CENTURY A.D.
3/8 in. (7.46 grmas, 10 mm).
1ST-4TH CENTURY A.D.
3/8 in. (7.46 grmas, 10 mm).
Cuboid with very lightly incised spot markings disposed 1:6, 3:5, 2:4; old collector's tag with notation 'numbers hard to decipher'. [No Reserve]
PROVENANCE:
From the important private collection of dice and gaming pieces of Colin Narbeth, London, UK, collection no.60.
Accompanied by a Colin Narbeth catalogue identification card.
LITERATURE:
See Beutler, F. et al., Der Adler Roms. Carnuntum und der Armee der Cäsaren, Bad-Deutsch Altenberg, 2017, item 724, for type.
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TimeLine Auctions follows a rigorous vetting process to ensure the authenticity and legality of all items, reinforcing our commitment to integrity and responsible trading. Each antiquity, antique, and coin lot undergoes thorough examination by a vetting committee of at least ten external specialists, professional trade association members, scientists, and archaeologists: Our Vetting Process
AUCTIONS:
TimeLine is a leading auction house specialising in antiquities, ancient art, collectables, natural history, coins, medals, and books. Our auctions offer museums, collectors, historians, and enthusiasts the opportunity to acquire unique and historically significant pieces.
