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LOT 1128
Very Large Christian Pilgrim's Token
CIRCA 6TH-8TH CENTURY A.D.
1 3/4 in. (22 grams, 45 mm).
Plano-convex in section with reserved scene including a facing figure flanked by two others with arms raised, a grid or lattice, bovine animal and other items.
ProvenanceFrom the private collection of the late Mr S.M., 1969-1999, thence by descent.
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