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LOT 0690
Roman Bone Teetotum
2ND-4TH CENTURY A.D. OR LATER
1 3/8 in. (13.4 grams, 36 mm).
Composed of a hexagonal drum-shaped body, each panel with numerals in recessed circular form: 1; 6; 2;4; 3;5; baluster-shaped grip to one face and a projecting knop to the other; the grip unscrews to reveal a hollow body.
ProvenanceFrom the collection of an UK gentleman formed in the 1990s.
Acquired on the UK art market.
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Roman Gemstone with Lion
Circa 2nd-3rd century A.D.Estimate: £300 - 400 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £150
Of truncated conical form, the agate stone engraved with a prancing male lion facing right, one front leg and tail raised; accompanied by a museum-quality impression. 1.79 grams, 14 mm
Acquired on the European art market in the late 1960s-early 1970s. -
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Roman Gemstone Group
Circa 1st-2nd century A.D. and laterSold for (Inc. bp): £247
Composed of carnelian and possibly garnet polished stones, each bearing a different intaglio design: a figure holding a staff; figure standing holding a cornucopia and wearing a floor-length robe, possibly Fortuna; short, helmetted figure, possibly Mars; figural scene composed of a central seated female wearing a helmet, possibly the goddess Minerva, two attendants to either side; each accompanied by a museum-quality impression. 2.88 grams total, 9-14 mm
Ex property of a European lady living in London; from her father's family collection formed before 1978. -
Roman Bronze Hare and Hound Brooch
1st-2nd century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £98
Composed of an openwork plaque with two inverted panels each depicting a hound with a hare in its mouth; remains of pin lug and catchplate to reverse. 14.9 grams, 42 mm
Acquired prior to 1980. From the UK art market.
