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LOT 0594
Roman Bronze Chariot Wheel Hub Group
1ST-4TH CENTURY A.D.
2 3/4 - 4 7/8 in. (1.4 kg total, 6.9-12.4 cm).
Comprising three pairs of fittings of different types, together with a terret ring; one split. [7, No Reserve]
ProvenanceAcquired 1990s-early 2000s.
East Anglian private collection.
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Roman Gemstone with Lion
Circa 2nd-3rd century A.D.Estimate: £300 - 400 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £150
Of truncated conical form, the agate stone engraved with a prancing male lion facing right, one front leg and tail raised; accompanied by a museum-quality impression. 1.79 grams, 14 mm
Acquired on the European art market in the late 1960s-early 1970s. -
Roman Bronze Sun Whorl Brooch Group
2nd-3rd century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £111
Composed of two openwork brooches, including one complete example with pin lug, pin and catchplate to reverse. 18.4 grams total, 30 mm each
From the collection of a North American gentleman, formed in the 1990s. -
Roman Glass and Other Mixed Bead String
Circa 1st century A.D. and laterSold for (Inc. bp): £59
A restrung designer necklace composed of graduated translucent yellow glass beads of various types. 21.6 grams, 90.5 cm long
Fine condition.
Acquired 1980-2015. Ex Abelita family collection.