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LOT 0157
Roman Golden Glass Janus Head Flask
CIRCA 1ST-2ND CENTURY A.D.
3 in. (22 grams, 77 mm).
Formed as two addorsed heads with a short cylindrical neck and flaring mouth; both heads with abundant hair framing the face.
ProvenanceEx property of a late Japanese collector, 1970-2000s.
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LOT 0157
Roman Golden Glass Janus Head Flask
Estimate £800 - 1,000€930 - 1,160 (for guidance only)$1,080 - 1,350 (for guidance only)
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Opening Bid: £50
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