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LOT 0885

Roman Bronze Phallic Dagger Quillon

1ST-2ND CENTURY A.D.

2 1/8 in. (25.5 grams, 55 mm).

With a rectangular plaque with central void, phallus to one short edge and a stylised fist to the other.

Provenance

Acquired 1980-2015.
Ex Abelita family collection.
This lot is accompanied by an illustrated lot declaration signed by the Head of the Antiquities Department, Dr Raffaele D’Amato.
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 0885

Roman Bronze Phallic Dagger Quillon

Estimate £100 - 140€120 - 160 (for guidance only)$140 - 190 (for guidance only)

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