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LOT 0783
Roman Bronze Dolphin Mount
1ST-4TH CENTURY A.D.
1 3/8 in. (11.2 grams, 37.6 mm).
Stylised figure with curving body and splayed crescentic tail with a loop above. [No Reserve]
ProvenanceFrom the private collection of a European gentleman (1942-2024), formed since the 1970s.
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Roman Silver Artefact Group
1st-4th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £78
Comprising: a penannular child's bracelet; a penannular ring with braided decoration; a lobed pendant with knop finial. 8.1 grams total, 21-34 mm
Ex German art market, 2000s. Acquired from an EU collector living in London. From the collection of a Surrey, UK, gentleman. -
Roman Bronze Artefact Collection
1st-4th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £46
Including a bearded mask appliqué, razor with eagle-shaped handle and other items. 42.48 grams total, 25.83-38.52 mm
From the private collection of a European gentleman (1942-2024), formed since the 1970s. -
Roman Gold Ring with Portrait Gemstone
Circa 2nd-3rd century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £2,860
Hollow-formed with a broad hoop, lateral facets, an inset cloison with intaglio profile of a youthful male bust. 9.75 grams, 29.29 mm overall, 16.57 x 12.76 mm internal diameter (approximate size British F 1/2, USA 3, Europe 4.3, Japan 4)
Property of a North American gentleman, London, UK, 1990-2010. This lot has been checked against the Interpol Database of stolen works of art and is accompanied by search certificate number no.13282-253350.