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LOT 0615

Roman Decorated Mirror

1ST-3RD CENTURY A.D.

3 7/8 in. (70 grams, 98 mm diameter).

A copper-alloy discoid mirror with one tinned face. [No Reserve]

Provenance

Acquired on the London art market before 2000.
Property of an Essex gentleman.

CONDITION
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LOT 0615

Roman Decorated Mirror

Sold for (Inc. bp): £65

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