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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 Garnet Gemstone with Portrait
Late 5th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £98
Ellipsoid type with dished underside, incuse-facing portrait bust, from a Constantinople garnet workshop. 1.22 grams, 14 mm
From the private collection of a European gentleman (1942-2024), formed since the 1970s. -
Roman Glass Jug with Trails
4th-5th century A.D.Estimate: £350 - 450 (‡+bp*)
Opening Bid: £190
A small pale yellow collared globular jug with short neck, angular ribbon handle with two narrow prominent ribs, folded upper attachment to the cylindrical neck, several horizontal lines on the globular body, trefoil mouth. 32 grams, 74 mm
with H.A.C., Basel, prior 1999.
These globular jugs were typical of the Eastern Mediterranean in the late Roman period. The body was often decorated with ornamental threads. The jugs were often used in a manner similar to pilgrim flasks, to collect oil and water from early Christian sanctuaries. -
Roman Gilt Bronze Umbonate Plate Brooch with Conical Gem
Circa 3rd century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £33
Ellipsoid in plan with chord, spring, catch and pin to reverse; central cell with inset conical stone. 7.31 grams, 25 mm
From the private collection of Mr Brian Edwards, New Malden, Surrey, UK, formed from the late 1970s-early 1980s; thence by descent.
