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LOT 1131
Christian 'Simon Stylite' Terracotta Pilgrim's Token
CIRCA 6TH-8TH CENTURY A.D.
1 in. (5.82 grams, 26 mm).
Plano-convex in profile with impressed design of a nimbate figure atop a post with ladder to one side, flanked by levitating angels, all within a pelletted border.
ProvenanceEx important Christian collection, 1970s.
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Christian 'Simon Stylite' Terracotta Pilgrim's Token
Circa 6th-8th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £176
Plano-convex in section with impressed design of a nimbate figure crouching atop a column, flanked by levitating angels and standing nimbate figures, all within a pelleted border. 13 grams, 32 mm
Ex important Christian collection, 1970s. -
Byzantine Turreted Gold Ring with Architectural Jasper Gemstone
Circa 6th-8th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £2,860
Comprising a flat-section body composed of intersecting rings and pellets, turreted bezel with carinated body set with a polished jasper cabochon, incuse image of a tower with flanking palm trees. 6.43 grams, 28.80 mm overall, 17.80 mm internal diameter (approximate size British O, USA 7 1/2, Europe 17.5, Japan 14).
Ex K collection, London, 1990s. This lot has been checked against the Interpol Database of stolen works of art and is accompanied by search certificate number no.12969-246373.
