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LOT 0848
Roman Bronze Artefact Collection
1ST-4TH CENTURY A.D.
1 - 2 in. (30.69 grams total, 27-79 mm).
Including two seal box lids and other items. [4, No Reserve]
ProvenanceFound Norfolk, UK.
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Plano-convex in section with intaglio scene of a profile male on a baseline resting on a pile of stones, staff (thyrsus?) resting on his shoulder, leaning forward towards a rearing goat; surface repolished; supplied with a museum-quality impression. 1.03 grams, 15 mm
Private collection, England. -
Roman Bronze Crossbow Brooch
4th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £117
Early type with lemon-shaped knop above the square-section crossbar, facetted bow with impressed triangles to the outer edge and faceted knop finials, D-section footplate with lateral chamfered edges and catchplate to reverse, hinged pin behind the crossbar. 23.7 grams, 68 mm
Ex German art market, 2000s. Acquired from an EU collector living in London. From the collection of a Surrey, UK, gentleman. -
Roman and Other Blue Glass Bead Necklace String
1st-4th century A.D. and laterSold for (Inc. bp): £52
Composed of gently graduating beads restrung to a Y-shape. 11.01 grams, 33 cm
From London, UK, gallery collection, 1990s.
