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LOT 0872
Roman Bronze Bust of Mars Appliqué
2ND-3RD CENTURY A.D.
1 5/8 in. (43 grams, 43 mm).
Formed as a helmetted bust, possibly representing the god Mars (Greek Ares), with iron spike to the rear. [No Reserve]
ProvenanceEx property of a London gentleman; acquired before 1980.
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Roman Bronze Artefact Group
Mainly 1st-2nd century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £72
Including a foot from a statuette, la Tène style military mount, mosaic glass gaming counter and other items. 124 grams total, 18-43 mm
Property of a Gloucestershire, UK, collector. Property of an East Sussex, UK, gentleman. -
Roman Silver Gaming Dice Pair
1st-4th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £624
Each cuboid with ring-and-dor markings disposed: 1:6, 2:4, 3:5. 11 grams total, 8.55 mm
Ex German art market, 2000s. Acquired from an EU collector living in London. From the collection of Surrey, UK, gentleman. -
Roman Bronze Crossbow Brooch
4th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £124
With onion-knop finials, herringbone detailing to the bow, ring-and-dot motifs and chamfered sections to the foot, hinged pin to the reverse. 52 grams, 84 mm
Ex German art market, 2000s. Acquired from an EU collector living in London. From the collection of Surrey, UK, gentleman.
