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LOT 0553

Roman Bronze 'Knuckle Bone' Gaming Piece

1ST-2ND CENTURY A.D.

3/4 in. (16.3 grams, 21 mm).

Cast model of a bovine astragalus, used as a gaming counter. [No Reserve]

Provenance

Ex collection formed in the 1990s.
Acquired from a central London gallery.
Property of an Essex gentleman.

CONDITION

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LOT 0553

Roman Bronze 'Knuckle Bone' Gaming Piece

Sold for (Inc. bp): £104

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