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LOT 0951

Roman Gold and Garnet Bead Pendant

1ST-4TH CENTURY A.D.

1/4 in. (0.24 grams, 5 mm).

Spherical garnet bead with granulated gold collar. [No Reserve]

Provenance

Ex property of a late Japanese collector, 1970-2000s.
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 0951

Roman Gold and Garnet Bead Pendant

Sold for (Inc. bp): £143

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