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LOT 0661
Roman Bronze Phallic Pendant
1ST-4TH CENTURY A.D.
1 3/8 in. (22.7 grams, 38 mm).
Comprising a triangular lower abdomen with male genital at the lower corner, remains of suspension loop above. [No Reserve]
ProvenanceEx German art market, 2000s.
Acquired from an EU collector living in London.
From the collection of a Surrey, UK, gentleman.
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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Opening Bid: £2,000
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