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LOT 0153

Roman Footed Glass Cup

3RD-4TH CENTURY A.D.

4 1/2 in. (75 grams, 11.3 cm).

Conical profile with slight waisted and integral foot, chamfered rim.

Provenance

From a London, UK, collection, 1990s.

CONDITION

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LOT 0153

Roman Footed Glass Cup

Estimate £400 - 600€460 - 700 (for guidance only)$540 - 810 (for guidance only)

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