Roman head of Alexander for sale

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Alexias
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Roman head of Alexander for sale

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Got 8,000 Euros to spare?

http://www.hermann-historica.de/auktion ... r/A_01.pdf

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Looks more like a female with her hair in a bun; caveat emptor.
When you think about, it free-choice is the only possible option.
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I think the hairstyle must be to hold some kind of wreath in place.
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just seems a bit far back for a diadem cf
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Perhaps the sculpture is not at the best angle to judge though.
When you think about, it free-choice is the only possible option.
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