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LOT 0650
Roman Bone Spindle Whorl Collection
1ST-4TH CENTURY A.D.
5/8 - 1 in. (45 grams total, 16-23 mm).
Including plano-convex, ribbed and other types, some with ring-and-dot detailing. [11, No Reserve]
ProvenanceFrom the collection of a Kent gentleman, formed from the 1990s.
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Roman Agate Scarab Engraved with the Goddess Fortuna Mounted in a Gold Ring
1st century B.C.-1st century A.D.Estimate: £1,200 - 1,700 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £600
Scarab with incuse image to the underside of Fortuna with cornucopia and ship's rudder; in later gold swivel ring. 4.34 grams, 22.63 mm overall, 19.34 mm internal diameter (approximate size British N, USA 6 1/2, Europe 13.72, Japan 13)
Private collection, Europe. Acquired on the English art market. -
Roman Bronze Ring with Portrait Gemstone of Venus
2nd-3rd century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £104
Hoop with broad shoulders and inset carnelian wheel cut intaglio with portrait bust of Venus. 5.22 grams, 22.85 mm overall, 17.76 mm internal diameter (approximate size British K, USA 5 1/4, Europe 9.95, Japan 9)
From a London, UK, private collection since the early 2000s. -
Roman Bone Figurine of a Lady
1st century B.C.-1st century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £364
Carved in the round female torso with incised transverse lines at the hips and knees; domed breasts and incuse navel; slots and suspension hole at the shoulders to accept posable arms; usage wear. 14.7 grams, 68 mm
Private collection, 1990s. Private collection, Switzerland, acquired in 2000.
