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LOT 0956
Roman Blue Glass Bead Necklace String
1ST-4TH CENTURY A.D. AND LATER
16 1/2 in. (15.3 grams, 42 cm).
Restrung group of beads, mainly tubular and annular types with polyhedral dangle centrepiece. [No Reserve]
ProvenanceAcquired 1980-2015.
Ex Abelita family collection.
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Roman Spindle Whorl Group
1st-4th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £13
Comprising a squat biconvex whorl with radiating lines to one face, and a taller version with lines to both faces. 53 grams total, 20-25 mm
From the collection of the famous author, writer and speaker, Gordon Bailey, Essex, UK; formed since 1968. -
Roman Bronze Ring with Hand
2nd-3rd century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £65
Wide hoop expanding to an oval-shaped intaglio with open hand. 3.18 grams, 20.88 mm overall, 17.14 mm internal diameter (approximate size British N, USA 6 1/2, Europe 13.72, Japan 13)
Private collection formed since the 1940s. UK art market. Property of an Essex, UK, gentleman. -
Roman Glass Double Unguentarium
3rd-5th century A.D.Estimate: £500 - 700 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £250
Comprising two conjoined tapering tubular cells, with applied handles at the shoulder, decorated with applied trails; mounted on a custom-made stand. 78 grams total, 13 cm including stand
From an important London, UK, collection, 1970-1990s.
