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A fine Bactrian bronze cosmetics vessel

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Description

A fine Bactrian bronze cosmetics vessel, 1st Millenium BC. It is 2-3/4 in high and a 4 in long applicator is included, likely not original to the vessel, but from the same period. Heavy mineral encrustation. Ex Florida collection.

Condition

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A fine Bactrian bronze cosmetics vessel

Name: A fine Bactrian bronze cosmetics vessel
SKU: 53839434
Price: 140 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $200 - $250

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