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LOT 0668

Roman Silver Phallic Pendant

1ST-3RD CENTURY A.D.

1 in. (4.44 grams, 23 mm).

Comprising a slender body with lateral testes, suspension loop behind. [No Reserve]

Provenance

Ex German art market, 2000s.
Acquired from an EU collector living in London.
From the collection of Surrey, UK, gentleman.

Literature

Cf. Beutler, F. et al., Der Adler Roms. Carnuntum und der Armee der Cäsaren, Bad-Deutsch Altenberg, 2017, item 758, for type.

CONDITION
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LOT 0668

Roman Silver Phallic Pendant

Sold for (Inc. bp): £117

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