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LOT 0675
Roman Bronze Mercury Votive Foot
1ST-2ND CENTURY A.D.
2 3/4 in. (92 grams, 70 mm).
Hollow-formed with raised posture, low-relief detailed strapping. [No Reserve]
ProvenanceProperty of a Gloucestershire, UK, collector.
Property of an East Sussex, UK, gentleman.
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1st-3rd century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £72
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Circa 1st century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £124
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2nd century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £845
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Vey fine condition.
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