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LOT 0639
Roman Gold and Garnet Pendant
1ST-4TH CENTURY A.D.
1/4 in. (0.18 grams, 8 mm).
The gold circular setting inlaid with a polished garnet cabochon, suspension loop above and decorative knop below.
ProvenanceFrom a late Japanese specialist collector, 1970-2000s.
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