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LOT 0648
Roman Glass Cotton-Reel Type Bottle
1ST CENTURY A.D.
1 5/8 in. (20.2 grams, 42 mm).
A heavy squat unguentarium or perfume flask with tall, trumpet-style neck and everted rim.
ProvenanceAcquired 1980-2015.
Ex Abelita family collection.
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LOT 0648
Roman Glass Cotton-Reel Type Bottle
Estimate £100 - 140€120 - 160 (for guidance only)$140 - 190 (for guidance only)
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