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LOT 0885
Roman Bronze and Iron Ring Bezel Group
2ND-3RD CENTURY A.D. OR LATER
3/8 - 7/8 in. (15.3 grams total, 11-21 mm).
Including inset cloison with butterfly, cabochon with scorpion, similar with running deer and other types. [6, No Reserve]
ProvenanceFrom the private collection of a European gentleman (1942-2024), formed since the 1970s.
LiteratureCf. for a similar gemstone with scorpion Michel, S., Die Magischen Gemmen im Britischen Museum, London, 2001, p.216, no.342 (BM inv.no.G 180/A 56180).
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LOT 0885
Roman Bronze and Iron Ring Bezel Group
Estimate £120 - 170€140 - 200 (for guidance only)$160 - 230 (for guidance only)
Opening Bid
£5 (EUR 6; USD 7) +BP*
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Roman Terracotta Coin Forger's Mould
Circa 3rd-4th century A.D.Estimate: £50 - 70 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £5
Discoid clay mould with an impressed design of a coin on each face. 4 grams, 27 mm
London gentleman's collection, 1970-1990s, by descent. -
Roman Bronze Situla Mount with Gorgoneion
1st-2nd century A.D.Estimate: £50 - 70 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £5
Comprising a horizontal bar with a ledge to the reverse and base of loop above, segmented median panel, discoid panel beneath with facing male mask surrounded by radiating billets. 84.9 grams, 65 mm
From a UK collection formed in the 1980s. Property of an Essex, UK, gentleman.
The mask resembles the male gorgoneion in the temple of Sulis Minerva at Bath, Somerset. The design is inspired by pre-Roman mythic themes but executed according to Roman taste. -
Roman Buffware Oil Lamp with Bird
Circa 2nd century A.D.Estimate: £80 - 100 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £5
Round oil lamp with a pierced handle to the rear, a short nozzle and two filler holes on the discus with a bird facing right. 154 grams, 11.7 cm
From a UK collection formed in the 1980s. Property of an Essex, UK, gentleman.
