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LOT 0932
Roman Silver Lunar Pendant
3RD-4TH CENTURY A.D.
7/8 in. (1.88 grams, 22 mm).
With tapering round-section arms and 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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