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LOT 0521
Romano-Egytian Bead and Amulet Collection
LATE 1ST MILLENNIUM B.C.-EARLY 1ST MILLENNIUM A.D. AND LATER
1/4 - 4 3/4 in. (28 grams total, 0.6-12 cm).
Including annular, tubular, tabular and other beads, and other items. [18, No Reserve]
Provenance
From an old deceased estate.
Property of an East London lady collector, acquired at auction before 1995.
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