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LOT 0654
Roman Bronze Artefact Collection
1ST-4TH CENTURY A.D.
3/4 - 1 1/4 in. (14.47 grams total, 18-30 mm).
Including a penannular brooch with pin, finger ring with cloison insert, vesica-shaped stud, and other items. [4, No Reserve]
ProvenanceFrom the private collection of Mr Brian Edwards, New Malden, Surrey, UK, formed from the late 1970s-early 1980s; thence by descent.
Accompanied by the original collector's data sheet(s) with reference no.A43, A44, A51, A54 & A55.
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Roman Sardonyx Gemstone in Silver Ring
1st century B.C.Estimate: £400 - 600 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £200
An oval intaglio showing a hand with summum bonum: cornucopia and poppy ear, set in a later ring with granulation; supplied with a museum-quality impression. 3.37 grams, 23.00 mm overall, 16.66 mm internal diameter (approximate size British L 1/2, USA 6, Europe 11.87, Japan 11)
Acquired on the European art market. -
Roman Red Ware Bowl
3rd-4th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £124
Broad and squat in profile with inturned rim and external carination. 410 grams, 16.7 cm wide
From the collection of David Donlan (1947-2025), a dedicated and lifelong collector with a passion for the ancient world and the natural sciences, forming his collection from 1960s onwards, using many reputable dealers across the United Kingdom, including the well-regarded Coincraft and The Parthenon Gallery. -
Large Roman Redware Flagon
2nd-4th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £221
With bulbous biconvex body, basal ring, tapering neck with stepped mouth and rounded rim, ribbed strap handle to the rear. 1.19 kg, 21.5 cm
From the private collection of Mr Brian Edwards, New Malden, Surrey, UK, formed from the late 1970s-early 1980s; thence by descent.