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LOT 0746
Roman Bronze Lunar Military Pendant with Niello
2ND-3RD CENTURY A.D.
1 1/8 in. (5.4 grams, 29 mm).
With a slightly domed upper face and a pellet to each terminal; nielloed segmented panel to the upper face. [No Reserve]
ProvenanceEx German art market, 2000s.
Acquired from an EU collector living in London.
From the collection of Surrey, UK, gentleman.
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