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LOT 257412
Roman Glass Artefact Collection
1ST-4TH CENTURY A.D.
3/8 - 1 in. (32 grams total, 9-27 mm).
Including aqua glass stopper with knop handle, plano-convex spindle whorl with iridescent surface and other items; probably used as counters in boardgames. [7, No Reserve]
Provenance
From the private collection of Mr Brian Edwards, New Malden, Surrey, UK, formed from the late 1970s-early 1980s; thence by descent.
Accompanied by the original collector's data sheet(s) with reference nos.A70, A99, & A118.
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LOT 257412
Roman Glass Artefact Collection
Estimate £30 - 40€35 - 46 (for guidance only)$41 - 54 (for guidance only)
Opening Bid
£5 (EUR 6; USD 7) +BP*
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