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LOT 0874

Roman Terracotta Gaming Piece

1ST-4TH CENTURY A.D.

1 in. (6.25 grams, 23 mm).

Tetragonal piece with impressed annular markings on the longer faces disposed 1:3, 2:4. [No Reserve]

Provenance

Acquired on the UK art market before 2000.
Property of an Essex, UK, gentleman.
This lot is accompanied by an illustrated lot declaration signed by the Head of the Antiquities Department, Dr Raffaele D'Amato.

CONDITION

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LOT 0874

Roman Terracotta Gaming Piece

Sold for (Inc. bp): £65

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