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LOT 0924

Roman Bronze Phallic Pendant

1ST-4TH CENTURY A.D.

1 in. (6.53 grams, 25 mm).

A phallic amulet with loop to the rear. [No Reserve]

Provenance

Found near Bainton, East Riding of Yorkshire, UK.

Accompanied by a copy of the British Museum's Portable Antiquities Scheme (PAS) report no.YORYM-051F22.

CONDITION

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LOT 0924

Roman Bronze Phallic Pendant

Sold for (Inc. bp): £72

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