153 - A rare marble lemon or citron from the Roman period.
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Estimate €80 - €120

Description

A rare marble lemon or citron from the Roman period. It was the ultimate symbol of wealth and social status. It was regarded as an antidote against fish and was frequently used as an offering in temples. Length: 72 mm. Imperial period, 1st–2nd centuries AD

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Auction time 08/03/2026 at 10:00 AM

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153 - A rare marble lemon or citron from the Roman period. See original version (French)

153 - A rare marble lemon or citron from the Roman period.
See original version (French)