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LOT 1067
Byzantine Silver-Gilt Filigree Earrings
8TH-12TH CENTURY A.D.
1 1/4 in. (9.48 grams total, 30-31 mm).
A matching pair of hoop earrings, each adorned with intricate openwork spheres with filigree and applied pellets. [2]
ProvenancePrivate collection, UK.
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Byzantine Silver-Gilt Box Mount with Scroll Cross
Circa 10th-12th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £117
Square-shaped with low-relief motif of four hexagonal frames with scroll motif forming a cross; four attachment legs to the underside. 9.92 grams, 27 mm
Acquired on the UK art market before 2000. Property of an Essex, UK, gentleman. -
Byzantine Silver Stamp Seal with Bird
6th-8th century A.D.Estimate: £120 - 170 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £60
Conical body with integral loop above, underside with a standing bird with hooked beak, pelletted field. 11.7 grams, 24 mm
Private collection, UK. -
Byzantine Bronze Cross and Other Pendant Collection
6th-12th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £85
Including a leaf-shaped strap end, vesica-shaped pendant and other items. 24.12 grams total, 26-41 mm
Ex German art market, 2000s. Acquired from an EU collector living in London. From the collection of a Surrey, UK, gentleman.
