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LOT 1987
Lead Gaming Dice
17TH-18TH CENTURY A.D.
1/2 in. (24.9 grams, 14 mm).
Cuboid with punched pellet markings disposed 1:6, 2:4, 3:5. [No Reserve]
ProvenanceFrom the private collection of Colin Narbeth, UK, 1990s, with collection reference no.128.
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Heavy Roman Style Gold Ring with Gemstone
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Private collection of Mr W.N., Switzerland. Acquired from the above, 2009. with Galerie Rhéa, Zurich, Switzerland. -
Silver Ring with Epigraphic Bezel
17th-18th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £59
Comprising a D-section hoop, openwork columnar shoulders supporting a hollow disc bezel, the bezel with Arabic inscription above a wreath. 3.95 grams, 24.30 mm overall, 18.64 mm internal diameter (approximate size British Q 1/2, USA 8 1/4, Europe 18.12, Japan 17)
From an English collection formed before 2000. This lot is accompanied by an illustrated lot declaration signed by the Head of the Antiquities Department, Dr Raffaele D’Amato. -
Gemstone Collection
19th-20th century A.D.Estimate: £120 - 170 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £60
Comprising: profile male and female busts in carnelian and other stones; each supplied with a museum-quality impression. 4.66 grams total, 14-18 mm
Private collection, England.