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LOT 0918
Roman Iridescent Glass Cup with Trail
CIRCA 1ST-4TH CENTURY A.D.
2 3/4 in. (33.8 grams, 71 mm).
Drum-shaped body on a low basal ring and everted rim, bands to the outer face; iridescent surface.
Provenance
From a London, UK, collection of glass, 1970-2000s.
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LOT 0918
Roman Iridescent Glass Cup with Trail
Estimate £350 - 450€410 - 520 (for guidance only)$470 - 610 (for guidance only)
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