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LOT 0917
Roman Terracotta Oil Lamp with Scroll Border
NORTH AFRICA, CIRCA 4TH CENTURY A.D.
4 1/8 in. (102 grams, 10.4 cm).
With stub nozzle and segmented loop handle, two filler holes to the discus, running guilloche to the shoulder. [No Reserve]
ProvenanceFrom the estate of a deceased UK private collector, thence by descent to his family.
Ex Trevanions Auctioneers & Valuers, Shropshire, UK.
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LOT 0917
Roman Terracotta Oil Lamp with Scroll Border
Estimate £60 - 80€70 - 93 (for guidance only)$81 - 108 (for guidance only)
Opening Bid
£5 (EUR 6; USD 7) +BP*
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Opening Bid: £5
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Opening Bid: £5
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Roman Stone and Glass Gem Collection
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Opening Bid: £5
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