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LOT 0221
Byzantine Gold Strap End with Facing Figure
CIRCA 9TH-10TH CENTURY A.D.
1 1/2 in. (7.40 grams, 39 mm).
The hollow-formed, tongue-shaped body adorned with a filigree border, repoussé figure with pellets on the torso and serpents framing the head.
ProvenanceAcquired 1990s-early 2000s.
East Anglian private collection.
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LOT 0221
Byzantine Gold Strap End with Facing Figure
Estimate £600 - 800€700 - 930 (for guidance only)$810 - 1,080 (for guidance only)
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Post Byzantine Bronze Ring with Inscription
Circa 18th century A.D.Estimate: £100 - 140 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £50
With ellipsoid plaque, incuse border and text 'KERO / HOHAN / A'. 5.55 grams, 22.52 mm overall, 17.80 mm internal diameter (approximate size British O, USA 7, Europe 14.98, Japan 14)
From the collection of a High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire, UK, gentleman, circa 2000. -
Byzantine Terracotta Oil Lamp Filler
5th-8th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £52
Of boot-type with rounded body and short cylindrical neck; lug handle to the rear. 200 grams, 10.2 cm
Acquired before 1990s/early 2000s. From the family collection of Jack Lyttle (1944-2023), Kilmacolm, Scotland; thence by descent to his granddaughter. Property of an East Sussex, UK, gentleman. -
Byzantine Silver Ring with Saint
6th-8th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £208
With square plaque, incuse Daniel in orans pose flanked by two lions. 4.41 grams, 22.27 mm overall, 18.61 mm internal diameter (approximate size British P, USA 7 1/2, Europe 16.23, Japan 15)
From a UK private collection, before 1980.
