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LOT 1365

Roman Millefiori Glass Gaming Piece

1ST CENTURY B.C.-1ST CENTURY A.D.

3/4 in. (8.62 grams, 19 mm).

Plano-convex in section with polished face.

Provenance

From the London collection of the late Mr S.M., 1969-1999.

CONDITION

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LOT 1365

Roman Millefiori Glass Gaming Piece

Sold for (Inc. bp): £117

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