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LOT 0687
Roman Bronze Brooch Group
1ST-2ND CENTURY A.D.
1 1/4 - 2 5/8 in. (20.6 grams total, 33-67 mm).
Comprising four bow brooches, each retaining much of the pin. [4, No Reserve]
ProvenanceFrom a Dunmow, UK, collection; formed from 1970.
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Acquired on the UK art market before 2000. Property of an Essex, UK, gentleman. -
Roman Pale Green Glass Cup
Circa 3rd century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £390
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From an important collection of glass, London, UK, 1990s. -
Roman Carnelian Gemstone of a Theatre Mask
1st century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £2,210
With a New Comedy, The Cook Type theatre mask, facing with open mouth; supplied with a museum-quality impression. 0.39 grams, 10 mm
Private English collection, formed between the late 1970s and early 1990s. Private collection, London, UK.
