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LOT 0604

Roman Glass Gaming Counter Collection

1ST-4TH CENTURY A.D.

1/4 - 1 1/2 in. (6.51 grams total, 7-14 mm).

Comprising seven translucent domed counters in blue, amber, and light green colours. [7, No Reserve]

Provenance

From a gentleman's collection, 1990s.
This lot is accompanied by an illustrated lot declaration signed by the Head of the Antiquities Department, Dr Raffaele D'Amato.

CONDITION

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LOT 0604

Roman Glass Gaming Counter Collection

Sold for (Inc. bp): £72

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