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LOT 0932
Byzantine Silver Cross with Cross on Body
CIRCA 6TH-8TH CENTURY A.D.
7/8 in. (1.45 grams, 22 mm).
Cruciform amulet with expanding arms, disc to the centre with low-relief cross symbol. [No Reserve]
ProvenanceFrom the collection of a gentleman, acquired on the London art market in the 1990s.
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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. -
Byzantine Bifacial Gemstone with Religious Scenes
6th-8th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £338
To one face an incuse cross above an agnus dei, to the other Christ enthroned in majesty with worshipper. 2.96 grams, 21 mm
Acquired on the London, UK, art market in the 1990s. From a gentleman's private collection. -
Byzantine Glass Weight with Eparches Inscription
Circa 6th-8th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £169
Discoid weight with low-relief portrait bust, Greek legend. 2.36 grams, 23 mm
From the property of late Mr SM, London, UK, 1969-1999.
