Ancient Roman Bone Dice - 12 mm (No reserve price)
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Ancient Roman bone dice in excellent condition dating to the 1st–4th century AD, measuring 12 mm in height, width and depth, acquired from a gallery/antique dealer in the United Kingdom in 2025 with original authenticity.
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Description from the seller
One fine condition Roman Bone Playing dice. Sharp detailing.
Acquired in Essex, UK in 2025.
The seller guarantees that he acquired this piece according to all national and international laws related to the ownership of cultural property. Provenance statement seen by Catawiki.
The seller will take care that any necessary permits, like an export licence will be arranged if necessary, and will inform the buyer about the status of it if this takes more than a few days.
Any lots subjected to any additional fees when at the customs office in the destination country, if any, will be the responsibility of, and paid for by the buyer. It is the buyers responsibility to contact their customs office to pay any fees and release the item.
One fine condition Roman Bone Playing dice. Sharp detailing.
Acquired in Essex, UK in 2025.
The seller guarantees that he acquired this piece according to all national and international laws related to the ownership of cultural property. Provenance statement seen by Catawiki.
The seller will take care that any necessary permits, like an export licence will be arranged if necessary, and will inform the buyer about the status of it if this takes more than a few days.
Any lots subjected to any additional fees when at the customs office in the destination country, if any, will be the responsibility of, and paid for by the buyer. It is the buyers responsibility to contact their customs office to pay any fees and release the item.
Details
Culture
Ancient Roman
Century/timeframe
1st to 4th Century AD
Name of object
Dice
Acquired from
Gallery / Antique dealer
Year acquired
2025
Material
Bone
Country acquired from
United Kingdom
Condition
Excellent
Previous owner acquired from
Private collection
Height
12 mm
Previous owner - year acquired
1970
Width
12 mm
Previous owner - country acquired from
United Kingdom
Depth
12 mm
I verify that I have obtained this object legally and that I am allowed to sell it
Yes
Authenticity
Original/official
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The seller was informed by Catawiki about documentation requirements and guarantees the following: - the object was legally obtained, - the seller has the right to sell and/or export the object, as relevant, - the seller will provide the necessary provenance information and arrange required documentation and permits/licenses, as applicable and as per local laws, - the seller will notify the buyer of any delays in obtaining permits/licenses. By bidding, you acknowledge that import documentation may be required depending on your country of residence and that obtaining permits/licenses may cause delays in the delivery of your object.
