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LOT 0964
Byzantine Bronze Reliquary Cross Pendant
10TH-12TH CENTURY A.D.
2 5/8 in. (24.9 grams, 66 mm).
Hollow-formed and hinged at the lower edge, with low-relief crucifixion to one face and robed figure to the other.
ProvenanceEx German art market, 2000s.
Acquired from an EU collector living in London.
From the collection of Surrey, UK, gentleman.
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Byzantine Silver-Gilt Ring with Saint
Circa 6th-8th century A.D.Estimate: £400 - 600 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £200
With round-section hoop and integral discoid plaque, tondo with intaglio of a robed nimbate figure with one arm raised facing a similar figure, all between fronds. 3.13 grams, 24.45 mm overall, 20.03 mm internal diameter (approximate size British T, USA 9 1/2, Europe 21.26, Japan 20)
Ex M.N. London collection, 2000s.
