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LOT 0930

Roman Bronze Medical Spoon

1ST-4TH CENTURY A.D.

6 3/8 in. (11.9 grams, 16.1 cm).

Cosmetic or medical cochlearium with narrow shallow bowl and spike handle. [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.

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LOT 0930

Roman Bronze Medical Spoon

Sold for (Inc. bp): £59

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