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LOT 0945
Byzantine Bronze Patrix Die of a Saint
CIRCA 6TH-8TH CENTURY A.D.
11 3/4 in. (17.78 grams, 30 mm).
Rectangular in plan with incuse standing robed figure facing between crosses potent, hands in orans pose and nimbus to the head.
ProvenanceEx London and Home Counties gentleman, R.W., 1970s.
This lot is accompanied by an illustrated lot declaration signed by the Head of the Antiquities Department, Dr Raffaele D'Amato.
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Byzantine Steatite Mount with a Saint
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Opening Bid: £350
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Byzantine Silver Belt Mount Group
Circa 7th century A.D.Estimate: £150 - 200 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £75
Including buckle plaques, strap ends, belt fittings and other items. 41.79 grams total, 13-31 mm
Acquired before 1983. Ex London gallery, 1990s. This lot is accompanied by an illustrated lot declaration signed by the Head of the Antiquities Department, Dr Raffaele D’Amato. This lot is accompanied by an illustrated lot declaration signed by the Head of the Antiquities Department, Dr Raffaele D'Amato. -
Byzantine Bronze Ring with Bird
14th-15th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £111
Flat-section hoop and a large discoid bezel with a stylised bird, possibly a dove, with its wings spread. 6.23 grams, 22.66 mm overall, 19.73 mm internal diameter (approximate size British T, USA 9 1/2, Europe 21.26, Japan 20)
Ex German art market, 2000s. Acquired from an EU collector living in London. From the collection of a Surrey, UK, gentleman. This lot is accompanied by an illustrated lot declaration signed by the Head of the Antiquities Department, Dr Raffaele D'Amato.
