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LOT 0674
Roman and Other Glass Bead Necklace String
1ST-4TH CENTURY A.D. AND LATER
12 5/8 in. (12.48 grams, 32 cm).
Composed of small mixed blue annular beads interspersed by larger spherical beads, the central feature composed of larger beads, restrung to a Y-shape. [No Reserve]
ProvenanceFrom London, UK, gallery collection, 1990s.
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Roman Gemstone Collection
1st-2nd century A.D.Estimate: £380 - 480 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £210
Mixed group including a standing female, a perching bird and others; each supplied with a museum-quality impression. 2.66 grams total, 7-16 mm
From the collection of a gentleman, acquired on the London art market in the 1990s.
Two of the gemstones in this collection show cockerels. The motif of fighting or individual cockerels was very popular in the classical world, and individual cockerels (the animal often associated with gods, such as Mercury or Sol/Helios) were also often depicted in a standing position. Another gemstone appears to represent a nude figure of Dionysos/Bacchus draped in a long cloak, and another shows Helios with a radiate crown. -
Roman Agate Cameo of a Stag
1st century B.C.-2nd century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £2,080
Ellipsoid plaque with reserved stag grazing, one hindleg raised to the flank. 1.09 grams, 16 mm
Private English collection, formed between the late 1970s and early 1990s. Private collection, London, UK.
The surface is burnt, hence the colour change. -
Roman Silver Ring with Hercules
2nd-3rd century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £130
With broad shoulders, raised ellipsoid bezel with low-relief profile bust. 8.61 grams, 25.95 mm overall, 20.73 mm internal diameter (approximate size British J 1/2, USA 5, Europe 9.32, Japan 9)
Ex German art market, 2000s. Acquired from an EU collector living in London. From the collection of a Surrey, UK, gentleman.
