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LOT 0793
Roman Knuckle Bones Gaming Piece Pair
1ST-3RD CENTURY A.D.
1 1/8 - 1 1/4 in. (8.92 grams total, 30-33 mm).
Astragalus bones, one pierced with incised panel. [2, No Reserve]
ProvenanceAcquired 1980-2000.
Ex property of an American collector.
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