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Oud-Romeins Been Dobbelstenen (Zonder minimumprijs)

A pair of beautifully preserved Roman bone gaming dice, hand made almost 2,000 years ago and in completely unrestored natural condition. This dice exhibit the classic irregularities of ancient bone craftsmanship: natural pitting, slight asymmetry, and a rich, darkened patina formed over nearly two millennia. The patches of darker coloration suggests long burial and mineral absorption, producing strong visual character. Roman dice were everyday objects used in taverns, homes, military camps, and even placed in graves as personal possessions to accompany their owners into the afterlife. The slight variation of sizes suggest a set used for multiple games, reflecting authentic use rather than decorative production. Examples recorded by the Museum of London show identical carving techniques, pitting, and wear patterns, reinforcing the authenticity of this piece. Comparable Recorded Specimens: London Museum Collection: Roman bone dice excavated across the City of London, 1st–4th century AD, showing similar size ranges and wear patterns. Museum of London Archaeology Reports: Dice sets documented in both graves and household contexts, often accompanying other gaming counters or personal items. Specimen Details: Period: Roman Empire, 1st–3rd century AD Material: Bone (likely animal bone) Dimensions: approx. 12 × 10 x 11 mm and 14 × 15 × 15 mm Condition: Unrestored; faint traces of wear consistent with extensive use; natural patina intact Provenance: Excavated before 1990 in Britain, Likely London or surrounding areas. Acquired from a A.A, collector of antiquities, S. England. Shipped safely and fully insured worldwide from the UK.

Nr. 106057678

Verkocht
Oud-Romeins Been Dobbelstenen  (Zonder minimumprijs)

Oud-Romeins Been Dobbelstenen (Zonder minimumprijs)

A pair of beautifully preserved Roman bone gaming dice, hand made almost 2,000 years ago and in completely unrestored natural condition.

This dice exhibit the classic irregularities of ancient bone craftsmanship: natural pitting, slight asymmetry, and a rich, darkened patina formed over nearly two millennia. The patches of darker coloration suggests long burial and mineral absorption, producing strong visual character.

Roman dice were everyday objects used in taverns, homes, military camps, and even placed in graves as personal possessions to accompany their owners into the afterlife.
The slight variation of sizes suggest a set used for multiple games, reflecting authentic use rather than decorative production.

Examples recorded by the Museum of London show identical carving techniques, pitting, and wear patterns, reinforcing the authenticity of this piece.

Comparable Recorded Specimens:

London Museum Collection: Roman bone dice excavated across the City of London, 1st–4th century AD, showing similar size ranges and wear patterns.
Museum of London Archaeology Reports: Dice sets documented in both graves and household contexts, often accompanying other gaming counters or personal items.


Specimen Details:

Period: Roman Empire, 1st–3rd century AD

Material: Bone (likely animal bone)

Dimensions: approx. 12 × 10 x 11 mm and 14 × 15 × 15 mm

Condition: Unrestored; faint traces of wear consistent with extensive use; natural patina intact

Provenance: Excavated before 1990 in Britain, Likely London or surrounding areas. Acquired from a A.A, collector of antiquities, S. England.

Shipped safely and fully insured worldwide from the UK.

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€ 161
Zonder minimumprijs
Peter Reynaers
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Geschatte waarde  € 330 - € 400

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