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LOT 0706
Roman and Other Glass Bead Necklace String
1ST-4TH CENTURY A.D. AND LATER
15 1/2 in. (19.8 grams, 39.2 cm).
Composed mainly of oblate glass and teracotta beads, the central feature composed of larger beads; restrung. [No Reserve]
ProvenanceFrom London, UK, gallery collection, 1990s.
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Roman Iridescent Glass Cup with Trail
Circa 1st-4th century A.D.Estimate: £350 - 450 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £175
Drum-shaped body on a low basal ring and everted rim, bands to the outer face; iridescent surface. 33.8 grams, 71 mm
From a London, UK, collection of glass, 1970-2000s. -
Roman Hematite Gnostic Gemstone with Chnoubis
2nd-3rd century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £845
Incuse lion-headed serpent facing right with radiate head of 14 rays and a nimbata; body marked by deep, parallel scales in two coils; crescent moon and a star in the field; supplied with a museum-quality impression. 1.82 grams, 15 mm
Acquired on the European art market. Private collection, England.
This magical jewel referenced solar worship and ancient Egyptian astronomy. Rare. -
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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.
