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LOT 0649
Roman Lead Plaque with Magical Inscription
CIRCA 6TH CENTURY A.D.
2 in. (8.6 grams, 50 mm).
Rectangular plaque with 17 lines of Greek text in small (2mm) lettering.
ProvenanceFrom the private collection of the late Mr S.M., London, UK, thence by descent.
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