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LOT 0702
Roman Bronze Phallic Pendant
1ST-2ND CENTURY A.D.
1 5/8 in. (11.7 grams, 42 mm).
Composed of two projecting arms formed as erect phalli, smaller male genitalia to the centre, large loop above. [No Reserve]
Provenance
UK private collection before 2000.
On the UK art market.
Property of a London gentleman.
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