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LOT 0605
Indo-Greek Terracotta Forger's Mould Group
CIRCA 2ND-1ST CENTURY B.C.
1 - 1 1/4 in. (57 grams total, 25-30 mm).
Group of discoid clay moulds for casting contemporary counterfeit coins. [12, No Reserve]
ProvenancePrivate collection formed in the 1990s.
Acquired from a central London gallery.
Property of an Essex, UK, gentleman.
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Massive Archaic Greek Bronze Bow Brooch
8th-6th century B.C.Sold for (Inc. bp): £364
Single-piece fibula comprising a thick bow with integral coiled spring to one end developing to a sturdy pin; to the other end, a U-section catchplate; with hatched bands to the bow, lines of pointillé detailing to the outer face of the catch. 227 grams, 16 cm
Private collection, England.
This form of fibula developed into the Hallstatt Bogen-Fibel in Central Europe and influenced later Bronze and Iron Age brooch design. -
Hellenistic Osiris Canopus Gemstone in Gold Ring
2nd century B.C.Sold for (Inc. bp): £975
Hollow-formed shank with cell above, inset garnet cabochon with intaglio figure of Osiris Canopus. 5.05 grams, 27.35 mm overall, 18.25 mm internal diameter (approximate size British L, USA 5 3/4, Europe 11.24, Japan 10)
Ex H. Norry collection, 1980s-1990s. -
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Greek High-Glazed Fluted Cup
Apulian, 4th century B.C.Estimate: £1,800 - 2,400 (‡+bp*)
Opening Bid: £900
Raised fluting decorating the body, broad c-section neck and everted rim, segmented openwork handle. 174 grams, 90 mm high
Acquired in the 1960s-1970s. Ex European private collection. This lot has been checked against the Interpol Database of stolen works of art and is accompanied by search certificate number no.11856-206542.
