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LOT 0792
Byzantine Gold Coin Bead Necklace
COIN DATED 610-641 A.D.
15 in. (29.17 grams, 38 cm long).
Composed of irregular coral and glass beads, featuring a gold Solidus coin pendant of Emperor Heraclius; modern screw clasp. [No Reserve]
ProvenanceFrom an important North London collection formed before 1980.
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Byzantine Age Gold Filigree Pendant
12th-14th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £260
Composed of a hollow tongue-shaped body with four suspension loops to the top, bifacial ornament in the form of twisted filigree, applied bulbs and pellets. 6.79 grams, 28 mm
Acquired UK market. Ian Roper collection.
Likely a temple pendant, believed to have been hung near the temple or cheek, suspended from the wearer's headdress. The hollow interior likely concealed a piece of perfumed cloth. -
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Byzantine Gold Ring with Cross
Circa 6th-8th century A.D.Estimate: £1,500 - 2,000 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £600
Composed of a slender rectangular-section hoop and cruciform bezel with expanding round-section arms, central dome and granule to each quarter; accompanied by a custom-made display stand. 2.72 grams, 21.96 mm overall, 14.23 mm internal diameter (approximate size British G, USA 3 1/4, Europe 4.92, Japan 4)
Private European collection since the 1950s. Private collection, UK, 2010. -
Byzantine Bronze Trade Weight
5th-6th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £59
Square in form with 'NIB' within wreath to one face, IB meaning the number twelve. 53 grams, 29 mm
From the private collection of the late Mr S.M., London, UK.
