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LOT 0717

Roman Bronze Stylus with Eraser

1ST-4TH CENTURY A.D.

5 1/2 in. (8 grams, 14.1 cm).

Comprising a round-section tapering body, flattened finial with ring-and-dot decoration and eraser at the top. [No Reserve]

Provenance

Ex 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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LOT 0717

Roman Bronze Stylus with Eraser

Sold for (Inc. bp): £169

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