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LOT 1311
Roman Bronze Military Diploma Fragment
CIRCA 3RD-4TH CENTURY A.D.
1 1/8 in. (4.54 grams, 28 mm).
An irregular diploma fragment bearing Latin text: '[EX G]REGALE, []LERIS, [C]OGNITE, [R]OMAE IN, [AV]G AD M[INER VAM]'; weathered cursive inscription on the other side.
ProvenanceLondon gentleman's collection, 1970-1990s, by descent.
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LOT 1311
Roman Bronze Military Diploma Fragment
Estimate £150 - 200€170 - 230 (for guidance only)$200 - 270 (for guidance only)
Opening Bid
£75 (EUR 87; USD 101) +BP*
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