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LOT 1111
Bronze Roman Coin and Framed Limited Edition Print
3RD CENTURY A.D. AND LATER
19 1/2 x 14 3/4 in. (1.26 kg, 49.5 x 37.5 cm).
The coin from the House of Constantine mounted on 22 carat gold foil, framed with an art print signed by the artist David McAllister, depicting scenes of Roman military activity; limited edition number 198/1150. [No Reserve]
ProvenanceUK gallery, early 2000s.
Accompanied by a previous numbered certificate of authenticity.
Cf. for parallel scientific reconstructive paintings Wilcox P., McBride A., Rome's Enemies (2), Gallic and British Celts, London, 1985, pl.G.
FootnotesDavid McAllister's exciting design is a 'one of a kind' work that portrays the might and riches of the Roman civilisation. This limited edition print is a celebration of the award-winning artist's lifetime dedication to historical paintings of the ancient world. To enhance appreciation of this rare and historic work, each print is signed and numbered by the artist.
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LOT 1111
Bronze Roman Coin and Framed Limited Edition Print
Estimate £30 - 40€35 - 46 (for guidance only)$41 - 54 (for guidance only)
Opening Bid
£5 (EUR 6; USD 7) +BP*
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Opening Bid: £5
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Roman Gold Military Ring with VES
Circa 3rd century A.D.Estimate: £600 - 800 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £300
Flat-section faceted hoop with incised segmentation lines and legend 'VES' to the outer face. 2.79 grams, 18.22 mm overall, 16.64 mm internal diameter (approximate size British M, USA 6, Europe 12.46, Japan 12)
Private collection, 1980s. Acquired on the UK auction market. Private collection, London, UK.
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Roman Bone Gaming Die
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Opening Bid: £5
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Ex Essex gentleman, previously in a Cambridgeshire, UK, gentleman's collection.
