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LOT 0691
Roman Palette and Bone Implement Group
1ST-4TH CENTURY A.D.
3 - 6 1/8 in. (152 grams total, 7.5-15.5 cm).
A rectangular stone palette with bevelled edges, accompanied by a bone spoon and probe implement. [3]
Provenance
Acquired early 1990s.
Ex private American collection; thence by descent.
Private collection since 1998.
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LOT 0691
Roman Palette and Bone Implement Group
Estimate £200 - 300€230 - 350 (for guidance only)$270 - 410 (for guidance only)
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