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LOT 0119
Roman Gemstone with Wreath and Eagle
2ND-3RD CENTURY A.D.
5/8 in. (1.7 grams, 15 mm).
Tabular in profile with incuse wreath and eagle taking to flight.
ProvenanceFrom a London, UK, based collection, 1990s.
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