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LOT 0146
Roman Yellow Glass Alabastron
1ST-2ND CENTURY A.D.
4 in. (66.2 grams, 10.1 cm).
Globular body with slightly dimpled base, short neck, everted rim, applied pale green handles
Provenance
Acquired 1980-2015.
Ex Abelita family collection.
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LOT 0146
Roman Yellow Glass Alabastron
Estimate £800 - 1,000€930 - 1,160 (for guidance only)$1,080 - 1,350 (for guidance only)
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