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LOT 0678

Roman Silver Container Pendant

CIRCA 2ND-4TH CENTURY A.D.

1 3/8 in. (6.3 grams, 35 mm).

Tubular body with domed cap to each end, applied granule clusters, three suspension loops.

Provenance

Acquired on the German art market before
2000. From an EU collection before 2020.

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LOT 0678

Roman Silver Container Pendant

Estimate £200 - 300€230 - 350 (for guidance only)$270 - 410 (for guidance only)

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