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LOT 0899
Roman Gold Pendant with Beads
1ST-4TH CENTURY A.D.
7/8 in. (0.83 grams, 22 mm).
Comprising a vertical shank with arc of granules above, ring and suspension loop; four glass beads to the shank, lobe finial.
Provenance
From a late Japanese specialist collector, 1970-2000s.
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