Lot 714
Roman Limestone, c. 3rd-5th Century, Christian Oil Lamp Mold. Roman Limestone, c. 3rd-5th Century, Christian Oil Lamp Mold. A very rare and early Roman - Christian oil lamp mold depicting the symbol of St. Peter. The earliest Christian apostlic secret symbol of St. Peter, recalling when Jesus first met Peter at the sea of Galilee and made him a "fisher of men." Excellent condition. Size: Length 21.6 cm.
Estimated Value $1,000 - 1,500.
From the Axel Gutmann Collection, Cologne, Germany 1987. Purchased thru Gary Hendershott.
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