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LOT 1008
Roman Bronze Eagle on Ram's Head Statuette
3RD-4TH CENTURY A.D.
1 3/8 in. (22.1 grams, 34 mm).
The eagle standing with its wings closed, and its head turned slightly to the right, with long claws spread on the top of a large goat head with long segmented horns and a protruding beard.
ProvenanceEx German art market, 2000s.
Acquired from an EU collector living in London.
From the collection of a Surrey, UK, gentleman.
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Roman Glass Gaming Counter Group
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Two domed gaming pieces, one sky blue and the other brown. 1.85 grams total, 11-12 mm
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Roman Inscribed Magical Bead
1st century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £644
Tubular bead, square in section with longitudinal piercing; reserved text to each face: (1) Xω·ωX (2) EIAω (3) CABAOO (4) AΔωNH. 6.29 grams, 33 mm
From the London collection of the late Mr S.M., 1969-1999.
The form 'AΔωNH' (Adōne) 'O Lord' is used in Christian inscriptions.
