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LOT 0687
Roman Glass Bracelet
1ST-4TH CENTURY A.D.
3 in. (23.8 grams, 78 mm wide).
Twisted in dark green colour with a black spiral band within, flattened plaque.
ProvenanceAcquired 1980-2015.
Ex Abelita family collection.
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