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LOT 0963

Roman Gold Amuletic Case

3RD-5TH CENTURY A.D.

1 3/8 in. (2.34 grams, 33 mm).

Hollow-formed sheet gold sleeve with three ribbed suspension loop with applied granules, granule clusters to the lower edge, corrugated surface and applied filigree trails.

Provenance

Collected from 1970-1999.
From the collection of the late Mr S.M., London, UK.

CONDITION

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LOT 0963

Roman Gold Amuletic Case

Estimate £180 - 240€210 - 280 (for guidance only)$240 - 320 (for guidance only)

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