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LOT 0724
Roman Alabaster Jar Lid
3RD-4TH CENTURY A.D.
6 in. (1.65 kg, 15.1 cm wide).
Of domed profile with disc handle to the apex, lip to the underside; re-polished. [No Reserve]
ProvenanceOld Japanese private collection, 1965.
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Roman Silver Key Ring with Fretwork Heart
1st century A.D.Estimate: £100 - 140 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £50
The bezel formed with an openwork vine and leaf motif. 2.11 grams, 18.62 mm overall, 16.39 mm internal diameter (approximate size British L, USA 5 3/4, Europe 11.24, Japan 10)
Acquired 1980-2015. Ex Abelita family collection. -
Bronze Miniature Chalice
Roman, 4th century A.D. or laterSold for (Inc. bp): £78
Comprising a bulbous body with balustered stem and flared foot; band of pointillé ornament to the lower body. 30.7 grams, 43 mm
Acquired from Red House Antiques, York, UK, 2010. Ian Wilkinson collection, Nottinghamshire, UK. -
Roman Gold Ring with Portrait Gemstone
2nd-3rd century A.D. and laterEstimate: £2,500 - 3,500 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £1,250
With ellipsoid plaque, stepped cell with inset later carnelian gemstone, intaglio female profile bust; supplied with a museum-quality impression. 6.51 grams, 24.31 mm overall, 20.37 mm internal diameter (approximate size British M, USA 6, Europe 12.46, Japan 12)
From the collection of a London, UK, gentleman, 1980-1990s. This lot has been checked against the Interpol Database of stolen works of art and is accompanied by a search certificate number no.12106-217761.
