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LOT 0696
Roman and Other Black Glass Bead Necklace String
1ST-4TH CENTURY A.D. AND LATER
17 1/2 in. (12.4 grams, 44.6 cm).
Composed of graduated oblate beads with a larger notched bead as a central feature; restrung. [No Reserve]
ProvenanceFrom London, UK, gallery collection, 1990s.
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Roman to Medieval Bronze Ring Collection
1st-16th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £72
Including bezel with 'JA' monogram, lozenge bezel with punched points and other types. 30.7 grams total, 18-26 mm
Ex German art market, 2000s. Acquired from an EU collector living in London. From the collection of a Surrey, UK, gentleman. -
Roman Bronze Key Collection
1st-4th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £143
Including triangular and round bits, and other types. 54 grams total, 20-47 mm
Ex German art market, 2000s. Acquired from an EU collector living in London. From the collection of a Surrey, UK, gentleman. -
Roman Silver Ring with Agate Gemstone with Roman War Ship with Trophy
2nd-3rd century A.D.Estimate: £1,000 - 1,400 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £500
Comprising a triangular-section hoop with keeled shoulders, an ellipsoid bezel with inset carnelian intaglio with oared ship, trophy of arms at prow, and floral decoration at stern; supplied with a museum-quality impression. 8.48 grams, 29.64 mm overall, 21.60 × 16.35 mm internal diameter (approximate size British O, USA 7, Europe 14.98, Japan 14)
Private collection, before 1975. Private collection, England.