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LOT 0681

Roman Mosaic Glass Bead

1ST-3RD CENTURY A.D.

7/8 in. (13 grams, 22 mm).

Barrel-shaped in profile with bands of marvered feathered trails. [No Reserve]

Provenance

London collection, 1979-1983.

CONDITION
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LOT 0681

Roman Mosaic Glass Bead

Sold for (Inc. bp): £65

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