Loading, please wait...
LOT 1823
Merovingian Bronze Ring with Stylised Eagle
4TH-5TH CENTURY A.D.
1 in. (2.73 grams, 23.32 mm overall, 19.76 mm internal diameter (approximate size British S 1/2, USA 9 1/4, Europe 20.63, Japan 19)).
Comprising a D-section hoop and a rectangular bezel with a standing eagle facing left before a branch. [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.
-
Merovingian Bronze Ring with Stylised Eagle
4th-5th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £33
Comprising a D-section hoop and a rectangular bezel with a standing eagle facing left before a branch. 2.73 grams, 23.32 mm overall, 19.76 mm internal diameter (approximate size British S 1/2, USA 9 1/4, Europe 20.63, Japan 19)
From the private collection of a European gentleman (1942-2024), formed since the 1970s. -
Germanic Silver Radiate-Headed Bow Brooch
6th-8th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £585
Comprising a D-shaped headplate with scrolled tendril fill and seven radiating knops; flattened bow above triangular foot plate with similar tendril motifs, profile bird-heads to each edge, lobe finial with facing mask; ferrous pin to reverse. 67 grams, 10 cm
From the private collection of a London gentleman, from his grandfather's collection formed before the early 1970s. -
Merovingian Gold Pendant with Cabochon Garnet
Circa 5th-6th century A.D.Estimate: £1,000 - 1,400 (+bp*)
Current Winning Bid: £575
Foil disc with central cell surrounded by a beaded filigree collar, ropework filigree rim and granule clusters to the tondo; cell with inset garnet cabochon; broad ribbed loop with hollow-formed granule stud at the junction. 0.94 grams, 20 mm
From a European collection, 1980s. Property of an Essex, UK, gentleman