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LOT 0617

Roman Gold Pendant with Bead

1ST-4TH CENTURY A.D.

3/4 in. (1.22 grams, 19 mm).

Formed as a double loop with collar, set with a facetted red carnelian bead.

Provenance

From a late Japanese specialist collector, 1970-2000s.

CONDITION

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LOT 0617

Roman Gold Pendant with Bead

Sold for (Inc. bp): £260

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