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LOT 0666

Roman Gold Lunar Pendant with Bust of Diana

1ST-4TH CENTURY A.D.

5/8 in. (0.37 grams, 15 mm).

Repoussé pendant with inverted crescent beneath a facing female mask, possibly Diana or Luna, loops above an below.

Provenance

Ex Abelita family collection.
From an old UK collection.
Ex London, UK, gallery, 2000s.

Accompanied by a previous catalogue information card.

CONDITION

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LOT 0666

Roman Gold Lunar Pendant with Bust of Diana

Sold for (Inc. bp): £221

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