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LOT 0586

Roman Green Glass Vessel

1ST-4TH CENTURY A.D.

2 1/4 in. (52.9 grams, 58 mm high).

With squat columnar body, irregular flattened base, everted rim.

Provenance

Acquired 1980-2015.
Ex Abelita family collection.

CONDITION

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LOT 0586

Roman Green Glass Vessel

Sold for (Inc. bp): £117

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