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LOT 0495
Greek Bronze Ring with Standing Figure
CIRCA 3RD-2ND CENTURY B.C.
3/4 in. (1.86 grams, 20.33 mm overall, 17.07 mm internal diameter (approximate size British J, USA 4 3/4, Europe 8.69, Japan 8)).
Featuring a slender hoop and a lentoid bezel with a standing figure dressed in a long garment. [No Reserve]
ProvenanceFrom the private collection of a European gentleman (1942-2024), formed since the 1970s.
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Greek Lead Slingshot with Inscription
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Lozengiform in section and fusiform in plan with the Greek letters 'TO' in low relief. 31.12 grams, 34 mm
Property of a European gentleman, acquired from the estate of a London collector (formed before 2000). -
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Greek Gold Ring and Carnelian Gemstone with Asclepius and Hygeia
Hellenistic, 1st century B.C.-1st century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £2,340
Comprising a gold wire hoop with panels of baluster detailing, scrolled and securing a gold cell with an inset cabochon gemstone; to the domed face, the god Asclepius with caduceus symbol; to the flat face, goddess Hygeia standing holding a serpent; some usage wear. 2.12 grams, 22.48 mm overall, 14.21 x 16.13 mm internal diameter (approximate size British F 1/2, USA 3, Europe 4.3, Japan 4)
Private collection, UK. This lot has been checked against the Interpol Database of stolen works of art and is accompanied by search certificate number no.13357- 259200.
Asclepius, son of Apollo and Coronis, was the Graeco-Roman god of medicine, healing and prophecy. He had two daughters with Epione, the goddess of soothing - Hygeia (goddess of health) and Panacea (goddess of healing). -
Greek Bronze Bracelet with Animal Heads
Hellenistic, circa 3rd-2nd century B.C.Sold for (Inc. bp): £72
Penannular bracelet with D-section body and the finials formed as stylised animal heads. 33.52 grams, 60 mm
From a UK collection formed in the 1980s. Property of an Essex, UK, gentleman.
