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Roman Mason's Acorn-Shaped Plumb Bob Weight Roman Mason's Acorn-Shaped Plumb Bob Weight Roman Mason's Acorn-Shaped Plumb Bob Weight
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LOT 0862

Roman Mason's Acorn-Shaped Plumb Bob Weight

1ST-3RD CENTURY A.D.

2 3/8 in. (325 grams, 62 mm).

Substantial lead-filled bronze with loop above and ribbed cup. [No Reserve]

Provenance

From the private collection of the late Victor Brox.

Literature

Cf. The British Museum, museum number 1975,0804.28, for similar.

CONDITION
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LOT 0862

Roman Mason's Acorn-Shaped Plumb Bob Weight

Sold for (Inc. bp): £208

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