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LOT 0592
Roman and Other Mixed Glass Bead Group
1ST-4TH CENTURY A.D. AND LATER
1/8 - 3/8 in. (140 grams total, 1-9 mm).
Including spherical, annular and other types including some 'trade wind beads'. [750+, No Reserve]
ProvenanceFrom the private collection of the late Mrs Belinda Ellison, a long time member of the Egyptian Exploration Society, c.1940-2020.
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AUCTIONS:
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Roman Gemstone with Eros Before Herm
2nd-3rd century A.D.Estimate: £400 - 600 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £200
Ellipsoid carnelian gemstone with intaglio scene of a Herm beside a peacock with a frond above, facing a putto with a cockerel; supplied with a museum-quality impression. 0.58 grams, 12 mm
From a Swiss collection, 1980s onwards. Property of a North London, UK, gentleman. -
Roman Bronze Brooch Group
1st-2nd century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £26
Comprising two aucissa type brooches, the pins absent; and a disc brooch with niello decoration, pin-lugs and remains of catch plate to the reverse. 17 grams total, 27-52 mm
Property of the vendor's grandfather, thence by family descent, circa 1985. From the private collection of a New York, USA gentleman. -
Roman Bronze Dionysus Attachment
1st-2nd century A.D.Estimate: £400 - 600 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £200
Mask of Dionysus with vine leaves in the hair; hollow reverse filled with lead. 90.7 grams, 40 mm
Ex German art market, 2000s. Acquired from an EU collector living in London. From the collection of Surrey, UK, gentleman.
