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LOT 1006
Roman Terracotta Perfume Bottle
CIRCA 1ST CENTURY B.C.
2 1/2 in. (27 grams, 65 mm).
Bulbous body and flat base, a tubular neck with an everted rim. [No Reserve]
ProvenanceFrom the private collection of Mr Brian Edwards, New Malden, Surrey, UK, formed from the late 1970s-early 1980s; thence by descent.
Accompanied by the original collector's data sheet with reference no.A17.
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2nd-3rd century A.D.Estimate: £700 - 900 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £350
Hollow-formed with inset cabochon to the bezel. 4.57 grams, 20.77 mm overall, 13.99 mm internal diameter (approximate size British D 1/2, USA 2, Europe 1.78, Japan 1)
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Roman Glass Bottle
3rd-4th century A.D.Estimate: £150 - 200 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £83
Mould-blown bottle comprising a flat-based tubular body and short neck with returned flange rim. 94.2 grams, 14 cm
From an important London collection of glass, 1990s.
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