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LOT 0686
Roman Bronze Bow and Crossbow Brooch Collection
2ND-4TH CENTURY A.D.
1 1/4 - 2 in. (72 grams total, 33-51 mm).
Including crossbow, knee, P-shaped and other types. [7, No Reserve]
ProvenanceFrom the collection of the famous author, writer and speaker, Gordon Bailey, Essex, UK; formed since 1968.
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Roman Black Glass Bracelet
3rd-4th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £13
Of keeled profile with white trail decoration to one side; repaired. 36.7 grams, 92 mm
Collected from 1970-1999. From the collection of the late Mr S.M., London, UK. -
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Romano-Parthian Ring with Trader and Seated Child
1st century B.C.-1st century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £260
With round-section hoop, ellipsoid bezel, intaglio representing a Parthian trader with a child seated. 4.26 grams, 22.90 mm overall, 19.01 x 18.83 mm internal diameter (approximate size British R, USA 8 1/2, Europe 18 3/4, Japan 18)
UK private collection before 2000. UK art market. Property of a London gentleman. -
Roman Bronze Crossbow Brooch
4th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £72
With three faceted knops to the crossbar, the upper one with beaded collar, and pierced moulding to the upper face, deep bow, stepped junction with foot, trapezoidal foot with ring-and-dot motifs and integral catch; hinged pin to reverse; Keller Type 4. 56 grams, 88 mm
Ex German art market, 2000s. Acquired from an EU collector living in London. From the collection of Surrey, UK, gentleman.
