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LOT 1973
Amber Bead Necklace
20TH CENTURY A.D.
23 5/8 in. (54 grams, 60 cm long).
Necklace with links and bars with impressed-point detailing, two plano-convex amber discs and centrepiece a large plano-convex amber ellipsoid. [No Reserve]
ProvenanceEx Scott family collection by descent.
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Roman Style Solid Gold Ring with Portrait Gemstone
19th-20th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £650
Comprising a rhomboid hoop and inset an amethyst cabochon, with intaglio portrait bust of a king or god (Herakles?) looking right. 5.87 grams, 25.14 mm overall, 19.14 mm internal diameter (approximate size British R, USA 8 1/2, Europe 18 3/4, Japan 18)
From a private family collection formed since the early 19th century, thence by descent. Property of a New Zealand legal professional. This lot has been checked against the Interpol Database of stolen works of art and is accompanied by search certificate number no.12330-223720.
The engraved head probably is depicting a Greek king or a Roman emperor from the Antonine Dynasty of the 2nd century A.D. The style of engraving does not assist with making a firm identification, but a cameo with a similar subject is in the Guy Ladriére collection and the head is attributed to Emperor Hadrian (Scarisbrick, Wagner, Boardman, 2016b, no. 40). The subject was extremely popular in modern times, and identification with Heracles is also possible. -
Post Byzantine Bronze Pendant with Saint
Circa 17th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £33
Tongue-shaped plaque with hatched border and central facing image of a nimbate patriarch with 'KOA' legend to one side; pierced square lug above. 28.9 grams, 58 mm
Ex German art market, 2000s. Acquired from an EU collector living in London. From the collection of Surrey, UK, gentleman. -
Stuart Period Brass Lock Escutcheon
17th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £1
Pelta-shaped with scrolled edges and openwork loops; incised panels of geometric ornament; reverse with portion of the lock mechanism. 31.5 grams, 86 mm
Ex Paul Moore, West Sussex, UK, 1990s. Ex Den of Antiquity, Cambridgeshire, UK.
