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LOT 0514

Romano-Egyptian Limestone 'Floral' Inlay Group

ROMAN PERIOD, 30 B.C.-323 A.D.

1/2 - 3/4 in. (55 grams total, 13-19 mm).

Group of discoid inlay plaques or gaming counters, crinoids with cinquefoil motif. [34]

Provenance

From a central London ADA member's gallery, 1990s.

CONDITION

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LOT 0514

Romano-Egyptian Limestone 'Floral' Inlay Group

Sold for (Inc. bp): £117

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