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LOT 0614
Roman Silver-Gilt Lunar Pendant
2ND-4TH CENTURY A.D.
3/8 in. (0.32 grams, 10 mm).
A miniature pendant with filigree borders and an annulet to both faces, ribbed suspension loop. [No Reserve]
ProvenanceEx German art market, 2000s.
Acquired from an EU collector living in London.
From the collection of Surrey, UK, gentleman.
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