Loading, please wait...
LOT 0519
Greek Grey Stone Bifacial Bead with Winged Creature and Star
CIRCA 2ND-1ST CENTURY B.C.
5/8 in. (2.18 grams, 15 mm).
Thick, oval bead showing a star with a raised annulet at the centre, the other side with a winged quadruped, possibly a gryphon. [No Reserve]
ProvenanceFrom the private collection of a European gentleman (1942-2024), formed since the 1970s.
CONDITIONTimeLine Auctions follows a vetting process to ensure the authenticity and legality of all items, reinforcing our commitment to integrity and responsible trading. Each antiquity, antique, and coin lot undergoes thorough examination by a vetting committee of at least ten external specialists, professional trade association members, scientists, and archaeologists: Our Vetting Process
AUCTIONS:
TimeLine is a leading auction house specialising in antiquities, ancient art, collectables, natural history, coins, medals, and books. Our auctions offer museums, collectors, historians, and enthusiasts the opportunity to acquire unique and historically significant pieces.
LOT 0519
Greek Grey Stone Bifacial Bead with Winged Creature and Star
Estimate £80 - 100€93 - 116 (for guidance only)$108 - 135 (for guidance only)
Opening Bid
£5 (EUR 6; USD 7) +BP*
-
Etruscan Carnelian Scarab with Sphinx in Later Victorian Silver Mount
4th-5th century B.C.Estimate: £350 - 450 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £175
Naturalistically carved scarab on an oval base engraved with a leaping sphinx, set in a later silver brooch mount. 5.12 grams, 36 mm
Acquired on the European art market. -
Greek Bronze Ring with Recumbent Mouse
Circa 3rd-2nd century B.C.Estimate: £40 - 60 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £5
Comprising a D-section hoop and a lentoid bezel with a reclining mouse facing right with its long tail curled above its back. 2.41 grams, 22.24 mm overall, 18.88 mm internal diameter (approximate size British O, USA 7, Europe 14.98, Japan 14)
From the private collection of a European gentleman (1942-2024), formed since the 1970s. -
Greek Bronze Ring with Bird
3rd-2nd century B.C.Estimate: £50 - 70 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £5
Comprising a slender hoop and an oval hoop with a large advancing bird. 1.71 grams, 21.43 mm overall, 19.29 mm internal diameter (approximate size British P 1/2, USA 7 3/4, Europe 16.86, Japan 16)
From a UK collection formed in the 1980s. Property of an Essex, UK, gentleman.
