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LOT 0770

Roman Bronze Medical Spoon

1ST-4TH CENTURY A.D.

6 1/8 in. (10 grams, 15.5 cm).

Comprising a round-section shank and flat tapering head with shallow bowl. [No Reserve]

Provenance

Acquired on the UK art market during the late 20th century.
From the private collection of David King (1940-2024), Hoddesdon, Hertfordshire, UK.
This lot is accompanied by an illustrated lot declaration signed by the Head of the Antiquities Department, Dr Raffaele D'Amato.

Literature

See Milne, J.S., Surgical Instruments in Greek and Roman Times, Oxford, 1907.

CONDITION
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LOT 0770

Roman Bronze Medical Spoon

Sold for (Inc. bp): £65

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