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LOT 257399
Roman Twisted Iridescent Glass Bangle
1ST-4TH CENTURY A.D.
2 1/4 in. (7.9 grams, 56 mm).
Lentoid-section annular type with diagonal barleytwist construction; iridescence to the outer face. [No Reserve]
Provenance
From 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(s) with reference no.A177.
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LOT 257399
Roman Twisted Iridescent Glass Bangle
Estimate £30 - 40€35 - 46 (for guidance only)$41 - 54 (for guidance only)
Opening Bid
£5 (EUR 6; USD 7) +BP*
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