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Bronze matrix and die block

4th–5th century CE ?
Not on view

Artwork Details

Object Information
  • Title: Bronze matrix and die block
  • Period: Late Imperial or Early Byzantine
  • Date: 4th–5th century CE ?
  • Culture: Roman
  • Medium: Bronze
  • Dimensions: Other: 2 3/4 x 3 5/8 in. (7 x 9.2 cm)
  • Classification: Bronzes
  • Credit Line: Rogers Fund, 1910
  • Object Number: 10.210.30
  • Curatorial Department: Greek and Roman Art
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