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Roman Glass Unguentarium

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2nd-3rd century A.D.. With bulbous body, flat bottom, barrel-shaped neck and everted rim. Cf. The Metropolitan Museum, accession number 74.51.195, for type. 38.9 grams, 10 cm (4 in.).

Acquired 1980-2015.Ex Abelita family collection.

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Roman Glass Unguentarium

Name: Roman Glass Unguentarium
SKU: 170614160
Price: 120 GBP
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