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LOT 0961

Roman Bronze Military Armillae Pair

1ST-4TH CENTURY A.D.

2 5/8 - 2 7/8 in. (92 grams total, 67.6-72 mm).

Both with round-section body and grooved finials. [2]

Provenance

Ex German art market, 2000s.
Acquired from an EU collector living in London.
From the collection of Surrey, UK, gentleman.
This lot is accompanied by an illustrated lot declaration signed by the Head of the Antiquities Department, Dr Raffaele D’Amato.

CONDITION

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LOT 0961

Roman Bronze Military Armillae Pair

Sold for (Inc. bp): £169

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