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LOT 0793
Roman Bronze Ligula Medical Instrument
1ST-4TH CENTURY A.D.
7 in. (11 grams, 17.6 cm).
Comprising a round-section shank with bulb finial, balustered neck, flat chisel-blade with barbs to the rear. [No Reserve]
ProvenanceFrom the Garcia collection, France, 1990s.
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1st-2nd century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £468
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Late Roman Tinned Bronze Bowl
4th-6th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £72
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These bronze vessels were typical of the Late Roman Empire. They were direct forerunners of the Frankish types. They often had Christian inscriptions and have been found with silver spoons for liturgical use.
