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LOT 0788
Roman and Later Mosaic Glass Bead Group
1ST-4TH CENTURY A.D. AND LATER
1/2 in. (11.3 grams total, 14-15 mm).
Comprising globular and barrel-shaped types with eye motifs in contrasting colours. [3, No Reserve]
ProvenanceAcquired in London or Japan, early 1980s.
Property of a London, UK, gentleman.
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Roman Garnet Cameo of Eros
1st century B.C.-1st century A.D.Estimate: £800 - 1,000 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £400
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Private English collection, formed between the late 1970s and early 1990s. Private collection, London, UK. -
Romano-British Composite Lunar Type Plate Brooch
2nd century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £39
An openwork plate brooch with two lobed discs connected by a pair of crescents, traces of red enamel; remains of catchplate and pin-lugs on the reverse. 10.3 grams, 47 mm
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Comprising a tapering facetted body with a U-shaped hook, balustered finial. 28.4 grams, 17 mm
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