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LOT 0681
Eastern Roman Gold Earring
1ST-4TH CENTURY A.D.
3/4 in. (0.26 grams, 20 mm).
Comprising a crescentic body with a cell at the centre, a hook-and-loop closure. [No Reserve]
ProvenanceEx private British collection, formed in the 1980s.
Property of a West Northamptonshire, UK, gentleman.
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Roman Gemstone and Glass Intaglio Collection
Circa 2nd-3rd century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £156
Comprising: profile male bust; janiform bust; eagle with prey; female bust with solar crown; head of Jupiter above an eagle with spread wings; ship with mast and sail; each supplied with a museum-quality impression. 1.90 grams total, 7.96-13.82 mm
From the private collection of a European gentleman (1942-2024), formed since the 1970s. -
Roman Inscribed Magical Bead
1st century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £644
Tubular bead, square in section with longitudinal piercing; reserved text to each face: (1) Xω·ωX (2) EIAω (3) CABAOO (4) AΔωNH. 6.29 grams, 33 mm
From the London collection of the late Mr S.M., 1969-1999.
The form 'AΔωNH' (Adōne) 'O Lord' is used in Christian inscriptions. -
Roman Heavy Silver Ring with Square Plaque
2nd-3rd century A.D.Estimate: £400 - 600 (‡+bp*)
Opening Bid: £200
Comprising a braided median band to the hoop flanked by tiered neighbours, square bezel with granule to each corner and one to centre. 11.38 grams, 30.42 mm overall, 19.07 mm internal diameter (approximate size British R, USA 8 1/2, Europe 18 3/4, Japan 18)
Ex European private collection. Private European collection, acquired in 2001.
