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LOT 0792
Roman Bronze Stylus with Eraser
1ST-3RD CENTURY A.D.
4 1/8 in. (8.05 grams, 10.5 cm).
With tapering lower body and ribbed collars, sub-circular eraser to the terminal. [No Reserve]
Provenance
Ex German art market, 2000s.
Acquired from an EU collector living in London.
From the collection of Surrey, UK, gentleman.
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