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LOT 0961
Roman and Other Blue Glass Bead Necklace String
1ST-4TH CENTURY A.D. AND LATER
13 3/8 in. (10.72 grams, 34.1 cm).
Composed of oblate and other beads, restrung to a Y-shape. [No Reserve]
ProvenanceFrom London, UK, gallery collection, 1990s.
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London collection, 1979-1983. -
Roman Bone Dice Pair
1st-4th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £520
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Ex Abelita family collection, 1980s-2000s. -
Large Eastern Roman Amethyst Gemstone with Male Bust in Gold Ring
2nd-3rd century A.D.Estimate: £2,500 - 3,500 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £1,250
Ellipsoid cloison with incuse profile bust of a youthful male wearing a pallium secured at his shoulder with a disc brooch; in later gold ring; supplied with a museum-quality impression. 13.25 grams, 26.80 mm overall, 20.08 mm internal diameter (approximate size British R, USA 8 1/2, Europe 18 3/4, Japan 18)
Private collection, England. This lot has been checked against the Interpol Database of stolen works of art and is accompanied by search certificate number no.13167-249501.
